Wisdom Teeth Extraction: Is bone grafting necessary?

[Ha Pham]

I'm getting all 4 of my wisdom teeth removed, and my oral surgeon recommended that I get a bone graft for my bottom left wisdom tooth that'll be removed. My friends never had bone grafts done, so I was wondering if it's necessary since I'd have to pay more money out of pocket. Thanks!

Note: The picture is flipped. The right side (as you see in the picture) is actually the left side of my jaw.

 

[Dipsey]

Normally need to meet clinical criteria of existing bone loss to require bone graft. Not normally routine unless you want to part with more $$$. Maybe get a second opinion.