Bone grafts can come from various sources, such as a human donor, animal, or another area of your body. A bone graft from a human donor is referred to as an allograft and is the most common recommendation to those needing a dental bone graft. A bone graft from an animal source is known as a xenograft, and if you use bone from a different area of your body, it is known as an autogenous. There is also a synthetic option available for those who feel uncomfortable with using bone from a human or animal cadaver or do not want to use bone from their own body and is known as an alloplast. Your dentist may recommend one or all of these options. However, the recommendation may also result on what the dentist can offer you, what your insurance is willing to cover, and your specific needs. Learn more in our blog article, "Dental Bone Graft: Procedure and Healing."