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Ridge widening and immediate implant placement: a case report
T Shimoyama1, T Kaneko, S Shimizu
1Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Saitama Medical Center, Medical School, Saitama, Japan.
Implant Dentistry
|July 14, 2001
Summary
Severe maxillary alveolar atrophy can be treated with immediate endosseous implants using a split-crest bone manipulation technique. This ridge widening approach, utilizing taper-shaped implants, offers a viable solution for anatomical limitations.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Oral Surgery
- Bone Grafting Techniques
Background:
- Alveolar bone atrophy presents a significant challenge for endosseous implant placement.
- Severe cases require innovative surgical approaches to restore bone volume and facilitate immediate implant success.
Observation:
- A case study involving severe maxillary alveolar atrophy is presented.
- The focus is on immediate implant placement combined with a ridge widening technique.
Findings:
- A split-crest bone manipulation technique was employed for ridge augmentation.
- Taper-shaped implants were successfully placed immediately without a barrier membrane.
- The use of small, tapped-in implants simplified the procedure.
Implications:
- This technique demonstrates a feasible solution for immediate implant placement in severely atrophic maxillas.
- It highlights the effectiveness of ridge widening and specific implant designs in overcoming anatomical limitations.
- Further research could explore long-term outcomes and broader applicability.
