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Ezgi Gurbuz1, Erhan Dursun2, Alper Vatansever3
1Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Kutahya Health Sciences University, 43100, Kutahya, Turkey. ezgi.dogan@ksbu.edu.tr.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
|September 18, 2021
Summary
Hyaluronic matrix combined with xenograft may improve bone surface density in augmented sinuses. Further research is needed to confirm its effect on bone quality.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
- Regenerative Medicine
Background:
- Maxillary sinus augmentation is a common procedure in implant dentistry.
- Evaluating bone quality after augmentation is crucial for implant success.
- Hyaluronic matrix is a biomaterial used to enhance bone regeneration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze trabecular microarchitecture of augmented sinuses using microcomputed tomography (micro-CT).
- To investigate the effect of hyaluronic matrix on newly formed bone quality when used with xenograft.
Main Methods:
- A split-mouth study involving 13 patients undergoing maxillary sinus augmentation.
- Comparison of sinus grafting with hyaluronic matrix and xenograft versus xenograft alone.
- Analysis of bone samples using micro-CT for parameters like bone volume, trabecular thickness, and bone surface density.
Main Results:
- A statistically significant difference was observed in bone surface density (BS/TV).
- Bone surface density was higher in the group treated with hyaluronic matrix and xenograft compared to the control group.
Conclusions:
- Addition of hyaluronic matrix to xenograft may enhance bone quality, specifically bone surface density.
- Further investigation with a larger sample size is recommended to explore microstructural variations.
