Dental Bone Graft near Taepyeong Station, Seongnam
A dental bone graft adds bone where there is not enough to hold an implant firmly.
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A dental bone graft adds bone where there is not enough to hold an implant firmly. At The Seoul Dental Clinic, bone grafts are published at ₩100,000 to ₩1,000,000 depending on extent, and a sinus lift has no separate published price: it is quoted after CT examination, where bone graft lines may apply. Not everyone needs one. Your scan and examination show whether a graft would help, and your exact cost is confirmed after examination.
When a Bone Graft Is Needed
After a tooth is lost, the jaw bone in that spot can shrink over time. An implant needs enough bone, in height and width, to hold it steadily. When bone is thin or soft, a graft can rebuild the volume before or during implant placement.
Not everyone needs one. Some people have enough bone, and a graft is recommended only when your exam and scan show it will help the implant. Your dentist will explain what they see.
The longer a space has been empty, the more likely it is that the ridge has changed shape, but that is a general pattern and not a rule. Gum disease, an infection around a root, or a tooth removed with difficulty can also affect how much bone is left. This is why two people with the same missing tooth can be given different plans.
If you have been told elsewhere that you need a graft, a second look is reasonable. Bring any scan or report you have, and ask the dentist to show you on the image where the bone is limited.
- Bone has thinned after an extraction or gum disease.
- The upper back jaw is close to the sinus and the bone below it is thin.
- The ridge is too narrow for an implant to sit with bone all around it.
- A tooth has been missing for a long time and the area has changed shape.
Dental Bone Graft for Taepyeong, Moran, Sujin and Bundang Residents
The clinic is in Sujin-dong, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam, by Taepyeong Station Exit 5. For people living near Moran, Sujin, Sinheung or Gachon University, or travelling from Bundang or Seoul, the station location helps with follow-up visits during healing.
A graft is rarely a one-visit story. There is an examination and scan, the graft itself, a healing period with at least one review, and then the implant stage. Being able to reach the clinic by rail for a quick check matters more than it might seem when you are recovering.
English consultation is available, and the team can explain the stages in plain language. Opening hours are Mon–Wed 09:30–20:30, Thu 09:30–19:00, Fri 09:30–18:30 and Sat 09:30–13:00, with no lunch break; the clinic is closed on Sundays and open on public holidays. Use a map app to plan your own route; we do not quote travel times.
Graft Types and Prices
The price range is wide because the amount of bone to be rebuilt varies from a small socket to a larger area. A small graft sits toward the lower end and a larger or more complex one toward the upper end. Your dentist gives a figure after seeing your scan.
The table shows the published figures, along with the implant prices that a graft usually sits alongside.
| Procedure | Published price (KRW) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bone graft | ₩100,000 / ₩200,000 / ₩400,000 / ₩600,000 / ₩1,000,000 | By extent of the graft |
| Sinus lift | Quoted after CT examination | Raises the sinus floor to make room in the upper back jaw; bone graft lines may apply |
| Implant | From ₩350,000 (MegaGen + PFM crown) to ₩1,300,000 (Straumann) | Except MegaGen, the implant crown is a separate item: PFM ₩350,000 or zirconia ₩450,000 |
| Guided / navigation | Included with implant | Plans placement before surgery |
Price list as published; confirm at consultation. VAT may apply. A small graft costs less than a large one, and your final figure is quoted after examination.
How We Assess Bone with CT
To decide whether a graft is needed, your dentist looks at how much bone you have. A 3D scan such as CT shows height, width and the position of nerves and sinus much more clearly than a flat X-ray. This helps plan where the implant should go and what bone is needed.
The price of a CT scan is not published, so it is quoted after examination. Where a scan is recommended, you will be told why and what it adds before you agree.
The scan is also the basis for guided placement, which is included with an implant. The plan made on screen is carried into the procedure, so the implant goes where the bone is best able to support it. If the scan shows enough bone, you may be able to skip the graft altogether.
- Bring earlier X-rays or scans if you have them; they help the comparison.
- Ask the dentist to show you the thin area on the image.
- Ask whether a graft is essential, or only one of several options.
Healing Time
Healing after a graft happens in layers: the gum first, then the bone beneath. The timing varies with the size of the graft and with how you heal, so we do not give one number for everybody.
Following the aftercare sheet makes a real difference. Avoid pressure on the area, keep it clean as shown, and attend your review visits.
Days after surgery
Expect some swelling and tenderness. Follow the aftercare instructions and take medicines as prescribed.
Weeks
Soft tissue heals first. Avoid pressure on the area and avoid smoking, which slows healing.
Months
The graft gradually becomes your own bone. The time depends on the size of the graft and how you heal.
Implant stage
Your dentist decides when the site is ready, or whether the implant can be placed at the same visit as the graft.
Graft or Sinus Lift: Which Is Which?
The two procedures are often mentioned together, which causes confusion. Both add bone, but they work in different places.
| Bone graft | Sinus lift | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | Jaw ridge where bone is thin or missing | Upper back jaw below the sinus |
| Purpose | Rebuild width or height for an implant | Make room by raising the sinus floor |
| Published price | ₩100,000–₩1,000,000 by extent | Quoted after CT examination |
| Needed by everyone? | No, only when bone is short | No, only in some upper back cases |
Your dentist decides after examination and scan which applies, if either.
Questions to Ask Before You Agree
A graft adds time and cost, so it is fair to ask why it is needed. You can send these questions in English before your visit.
If you will travel home between stages, tell the team at the start so the plan can be arranged around your trips. Describe any medicines you take and whether you smoke, since both can affect healing.
- What does my scan show, and where is the bone limited?
- Is the graft needed now, or could the implant go in without it?
- Can the graft and implant be done together in my case?
- What is the cost range for my area, and what is quoted separately?
- What should I avoid in the first weeks?
Bone Graft FAQ
Short answers follow. For your own jaw, your dentist will advise after examination and scan.
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
Bone Graft: frequently asked questions
How much does a bone graft cost?
The published fee is ₩100,000, ₩200,000, ₩400,000, ₩600,000 or ₩1,000,000, depending on how much bone is needed. Your figure is confirmed after examination.
How much is a sinus lift?
A sinus lift has no separate published price. It is quoted after CT examination, and bone graft lines (₩100,000 to ₩1,000,000 by extent) may apply.
Do I always need a graft for an implant?
No. A graft is advised only when your scan shows the bone is too thin or soft. Some people have enough bone and go straight to implant placement.
Is a bone graft painful?
It is done under local anesthesia, and some tenderness and swelling afterwards is normal. Your dentist will explain what to expect and how to manage it.
Can the graft and implant be done together?
Sometimes. It depends on how much bone is available and how stable the implant would be. Your dentist decides after the scan.
How long does healing take?
It varies by case and by the size of the graft. Your dentist will tell you when the site is ready for the implant.
Is the CT scan included?
A CT scan price is not published, so it is quoted after examination. You will be told why it is recommended before you agree.
Does a graft always work?
No treatment is guaranteed, and results depend on your case, your health and your aftercare. Your dentist will explain the likely benefits and the limits.
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Call +82-31-757-1525 or send a message. We will check your bone and explain your options in English.
Visit us: Taepyeong Station Exit 5, Seongnam
2–3F, 1225 Seongnam-daero, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do (Taepyeong Station Exit 5)
| Monday – Wednesday | 09:30 – 20:30 |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 09:30 – 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 – 18:30 |
| Saturday | 09:30 – 13:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Public holidays | Open |
| Lunch break | None — continuous hours |
Parking garage in the building; parking benefits for patients receiving treatment.
