Guided Bone Regeneration Membrane, From £125
A resorbable membrane placed over bone grafts to protect the graft material and guide successful bone regeneration for your implants.
A dental membrane is a thin, biocompatible barrier that is placed over a bone graft to protect the grafting material and guide proper bone regeneration. It is not a standalone treatment, it is used alongside bone grafting or sinus lift procedures to improve the success rate and quality of new bone growth.
In the UK, a dental membrane adds £150 to £400 to the cost of a bone grafting procedure. With The Health Store Turkey, a resorbable membrane starts from just £125. It is included as a line item in your treatment plan if your dentist determines it is needed for your bone graft.
This is a routine component of implant preparation that your dentist recommends based on the specifics of your bone grafting needs.
What Is Membrane?
What Is a Dental Membrane?
A dental membrane (also called a guided bone regeneration membrane or GBR membrane) is a thin sheet of biocompatible material that acts as a barrier between the bone graft and the overlying soft tissue.
When bone grafting material is placed in the jaw, the membrane prevents faster-growing soft tissue cells from invading the graft site. This allows the slower-growing bone cells to regenerate properly in the grafted area, resulting in better quality bone formation.
Resorbable membranes (at this price point) are designed to dissolve naturally over several weeks to months, so they do not need to be removed in a second procedure. They are made from materials like collagen or synthetic polymers that are safely absorbed by the body.
Think of the membrane as a protective blanket over your bone graft, it keeps everything in place and creates the right environment for your bone to grow back strong and dense.
Am I Suitable?
Am I a Good Candidate?
A membrane is recommended when your dentist determines it will improve the outcome of your bone grafting procedure. It may be used if:
- You are having bone grafting before dental implant placement
- The grafting site needs protection from soft tissue ingrowth
- Multiple grafting sites are being treated and the membrane improves predictability
- Your dentist is performing a guided bone regeneration (GBR) technique
Your dentist determines whether a membrane is needed based on the location and size of the bone graft. Not every bone graft requires a membrane, your dentist only recommends it when it genuinely improves the outcome. It is included in your treatment plan and costed transparently.
What Happens During the Procedure?
What Happens During Your Treatment?
The membrane is placed during the same procedure as your bone graft, it is not a separate appointment.
During the Bone Grafting Procedure
After the bone grafting material has been placed in the site, the membrane is trimmed to the correct size and positioned over the graft. It is held in place by the overlying gum tissue when the incision is sutured closed. In some cases, tiny tacks are used to secure the membrane.
After the Procedure
Aftercare is the same as for bone grafting. Keep the area clean, take prescribed medication, and follow your dentist's instructions. The membrane dissolves naturally over the following weeks to months.
Recovery & Aftercare
Recovery and Aftercare
The membrane heals alongside your bone graft. There is no separate recovery for the membrane itself.
First 2 weeks: Follow the same aftercare instructions as your bone grafting procedure, soft foods, gentle cleaning, avoid disturbing the surgical site.
Weeks 2-8: The resorbable membrane gradually dissolves and is absorbed by your body. You will not feel this happening, it occurs naturally beneath the gum.
Months 2-6: Your bone graft integrates and new bone forms in the grafted area. The membrane has done its job by protecting the graft during the critical early healing phase.
No additional appointments or procedures are needed for the membrane itself.
Risks & Considerations
Risks and Considerations
Resorbable membranes are safe and well-established in dental implant procedures. Risks are minimal.
Membrane exposure: In rare cases, the membrane may become exposed through the gum before it has fully dissolved. If this happens, your dentist manages it, usually by trimming the exposed portion or applying antiseptic. This does not necessarily mean the bone graft has failed.
Infection: A small risk at the surgical site, managed with antibiotics and good hygiene.
Graft outcome: The membrane improves graft outcomes but does not change the fundamental risks of bone grafting itself (see bone grafting risks).
Your dentist explains why a membrane is recommended for your specific case and what to expect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not always. Your dentist recommends a membrane when the grafting site benefits from guided bone regeneration, typically when the graft is in an area where soft tissue could interfere with bone growth. For some graft types and locations, a membrane is not necessary. Your dentist only includes it in your plan when it genuinely improves the outcome.
No. A resorbable membrane dissolves naturally over several weeks to months and is safely absorbed by your body. There is no second procedure needed to remove it. Non-resorbable membranes do exist and require removal, but the resorbable type used at this price point does not.
In the UK, a resorbable dental membrane adds £150 to £400 to the cost of a bone grafting procedure. With The Health Store Turkey, the same membrane starts from £125. It is costed transparently as a line item in your treatment plan.
No. The membrane dissolves gradually beneath your gum tissue over several weeks to months. You will not feel it happening. It is a natural process that occurs without any discomfort or awareness on your part.
Resorbable dental membranes are typically made from collagen (usually derived from bovine or porcine tissue and processed to medical-grade purity) or synthetic polymers. Both materials are biocompatible, meaning your body accepts them without adverse reaction, and they are safely absorbed as they dissolve. Your dentist uses clinically proven membrane products.
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