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Alveolar segmental "sandwich" osteotomies for posterior edentulous mandibular sites for dental implants
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Purpose:
The purpose of this retrospective study was to evaluate crestal stability of alveolar augmentation using an interpositional bone graft for dental implant restorations.
Patients And Methods:
Eight patients with 10 graft sites were followed from 1 to 4 years with panographic evaluation to determine if dimension changes of the alveolar graft sites had occurred.
Results:
Ten graft sites showed stability and maintenance of alveolar form and osseointegration of restored dental implants. Very little loss of crestal height was observed; 20 of 22 implants placed remained stable at follow-up.
Conclusion:
The interpositional alveolar bone graft appears to be a viable alternative to block grafting or guided bone regeneration.