Bone graft material safety: Why source matters

Why Bone Graft Material Quality Matters in Regenerative Dentistry

In regenerative dentistry, success starts at the source. The quality and origin of raw materials used to produce bone grafts and collagen membranes directly impact their safety, clinical effectiveness, and long-term treatment outcomes.

Modern patients want transparency. They want to understand not just what is being placed in their body, but where it comes from and why it's safe. That’s why health education is becoming a central part of dental consultations, especially when it comes to regenerative materials that support tissue regeneration.

To support these conversations, Geistlich has developed "The Origin" flyer (download PDF below), a patient-facing educational tool that helps dental professionals explain why the origin of raw materials matters.

From Ethical Sourcing to Biomaterial Safety

A Simple Tool to Explain Complex Topics

Patients often have concerns:

"Are these materials safe?"

"What are they made from?"

"Were animals harmed?"

"The Origin" flyer makes it easier to answer these questions clearly and confidently. It shows the journey from ethically sourced animal tissue to safe, high-quality regenerative dental materials. The visual format and accessible language support better understanding and more trust.

What the Flyer Teaches Patients

What are dental bone graft materials made of?

Geistlich uses bovine and porcine raw materials, specifically bone and collagen, sourced from New Zealand, Australia, and Switzerland. These countries are selected for their strict animal welfare regulations and robust biosecurity measures.

Are animal-derived biomaterials safe?

Yes. All raw materials are by-products of food production, and no animals are harmed for biomaterial production. Only tissues from animals that passed inspections carried out by official veterinarians of the respective country in compliance with the national requirements are accepted.

How is quality controlled?

Geistlich applies over 160 years of collagen expertise and decades of experience in regenerative dentistry. Every batch undergoes rigorous internal quality checks to ensure consistency, safety and efficacy, and clinical reliability.

Why This Matters to You and Your Practice

Help Patients Say Yes to Regeneration

Understanding builds confidence. When patients grasp how bone graft materials are sourced and why your choice of biomaterials matters, they’re more likely to accept the proposed treatment plan.

"The Origin" flyer supports patient care by:

• Explaining safety and sourcing in everyday language
• Demonstrating your transparency as a clinician
• Providing reassurance about ethical and evidence-based care

Justify Your Choice of Premium Materials

For clinicians, investing in premium biomaterials like Geistlich Bio-Oss® or Geistlich Bio-Gide® is about long-term outcomes. This flyer helps you:

• Communicate product value to price-sensitive patients
• Highlight the science and sourcing behind trusted brands
• Align your practice with patient expectations for ethical care

Additionally, the materials are backed by findings from clinical trials and have proven clinical applications in procedures like dental implants and bone regeneration.

A Smart Addition to Every Consultation

Whether used as a printed handout, part of a treatment folder, or shared digitally, "The Origin" flyer is a versatile educational tool. It encourages meaningful dialogue and supports shared decision-making.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do patients need to worry about disease transmission?

No. The countries Geistlich sources from have exceptional biosecurity laws. Each raw material batch is extensively inspected and processed to minimize any risk.

Are there alternatives to animal-derived materials?

Yes, there are synthetic and allograft options. However, bovine and porcine-derived biomaterials remain the gold standard for many regenerative procedures due to their clinical success rates and natural integration.

How does Geistlich ensure product safety?

Scientific evidence supports the safety and efficacy of Geistlich's manufacturing process, which has been evaluated through literature and experimental data. While sourcing follows strict compliance with international standards, the validated manufacturing process plays a key role in reducing risk.