The autografts are made by harvesting bone from another part of the body such as the hip, chin, or tibia. The harvested bone is transplanted into the area that requires augmentation. It integrates with existing bone tissue and encourages new bone growth. The autogenous bone grafts have a high success rate because they are compatible with the patient's bone tissue. However, this requires an additional surgical site to harvest bone.

Allografts are made from donor bone tissue sourced from a tissue source or cadaver. The donor bone is sterilized and processed to remove all potential contaminants while maintaining its natural properties and bone structure. Allografts offer a great alternative to patients who do not want to undergo additional surgery or have insufficient bone volume. Allografts serve as scaffolds for new bone formation. They gradually resorb and are replaced over time by the patient’s own bone.

Xenografts use bone tissue from non-human origins, usually bovine (cow), or porcine (pig). The donor bone tissue is extensively processed to remove organic matter and reduce the risk of disease transmission or immune rejection. The xenograft material is a biocompatible scaffold that promotes new bone growth and enhances bone volume and density. Xenografts provide a safe, effective alternative for patients who are seeking to augment their bones without having to harvest autogenous bones.

These materials are designed to mimic natural bone tissue. These materials can include hydroxyapatite or calcium phosphate particles, as well as bioactive glass. Synthetic grafts have several advantages including consistent quality and unlimited availability. They also do not cause donor site morbidity. They promote new bone formation and integration, making them a reliable choice for bone augmentation.