Autogenous bone graft from the mandibular ramus: a technique for bone augmentation

Area of Science:

• Oral surgery
• Periodontology
• Dental implantology

Background:

• Tooth loss and periodontal disease frequently result in insufficient alveolar bone volume.
• This deficiency complicates or prevents standard dental implant placement.
• Alveolar bone grafting is a viable solution to restore bone volume.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe an effective technique for harvesting bone grafts from the mandibular retromolar area.
• To detail the application of these grafts in guided bone regeneration.
• To outline the healing process following this procedure.

Main Methods:

• Utilizing the mandibular retromolar area as an intraoral donor site for cortical bone grafts.
• Employing the harvested graft for monocortical or particulated guided tissue regeneration.
• Documenting the surgical technique and subsequent healing phases.

Main Results:

• The mandibular retromolar graft is suitable for various bone regeneration techniques.
• The procedure is associated with low patient morbidity.
• The technique facilitates easy handling of the bone graft.

Conclusions:

• Mandibular retromolar bone grafting is a successful treatment for alveolar bone deficiencies.
• This method effectively restores bone volume for dental implants.
• The technique offers a predictable outcome with minimal patient complications.