Custom allogeneic block graft for ridge augmentation: Case series.
Filip Ambrosio1, Khashayar Azimi2, Andrea López-Torres2
1Private practice, Rochester, New York, USA.
Clinical Advances in Periodontics
|August 26, 2021
Summary
Custom allogeneic block grafts offer a less invasive, predictable solution for alveolar bone deficiency, improving dental implant outcomes. This innovative method enhances bone quantity and quality for successful restoration.
Area of Science:
- Dental Implantology
- Regenerative Dentistry
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Alveolar bone deficiency is a common issue after tooth extraction, complicating dental implant placement.
- Ridge augmentation is crucial for achieving adequate bone volume and quality for implant-supported restorations.
- This case series explores custom-fabricated allogeneic block bone grafts for alveolar ridge augmentation.
Observation:
- Two partially edentulous patients with moderate to large horizontal ridge defects were treated.
- Custom allogeneic block grafts were fabricated using CBCT and CAD/CAM technology based on patient-specific anatomy.
- The procedure aimed to regenerate atrophied alveolar ridges, reducing surgical time and postoperative morbidity.
Findings:
- A 6-month healing period allowed graft stability, followed by dental implant placement.
- Successful implant osseointegration, esthetics, and function were achieved.
- Custom allogeneic block grafts demonstrated a less invasive alternative to conventional augmentation methods.
Implications:
- Custom allogeneic block grafts present a promising, innovative approach for optimal alveolar ridge augmentation.
- The customized nature of the graft contributes to more predictable outcomes.
- Further clinical trials are needed to validate the long-term effectiveness and CAD/CAM accuracy.
