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Increasing Lateral Ridge Width for Implant Placement Using Calcium Sulphate Bone Cement Technique
David Baranes1, Gregori M Kurtzman2, Robert A Horowitz3
1Diplomate, International Congress of Oral Implantologists; Private Practice limited to implantology and bone regeneration, Jerusalem, Israel; international lecturer/teacher specializing in the clinical use of cement for bone regeneration.
This study introduces a minimally invasive technique for lateral ridge augmentation using calcium sulfate bone cement. The method effectively increases ridge width for dental implants, reducing patient discomfort and eliminating the need for membranes.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Periodontology
- Regenerative Dentistry
Background:
- Narrow alveolar crests present a significant challenge for dental implant placement.
- Traditional ridge augmentation techniques can be invasive and associated with patient discomfort.
- Effective lateral ridge augmentation is crucial for successful implant osseointegration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a novel, minimally invasive surgical technique for lateral ridge augmentation.
- To assess the efficacy of a calcium sulfate-based bone cement in widening narrow alveolar ridges.
- To determine the impact of this technique on postoperative patient comfort.
Main Methods:
- Lateral ridge augmentation was performed using a calcium sulfate-based bone cement.
- The surgical protocol did not require the use of a barrier membrane.
- Patient outcomes regarding ridge width increase and postoperative pain were monitored.
Main Results:
- The calcium sulfate-based bone cement facilitated significant lateral ridge augmentation.
- The technique proved to be minimally invasive, enhancing patient postoperative comfort.
- The absence of a membrane simplified the surgical procedure and potentially reduced costs.
Conclusions:
- This calcium sulfate-based bone cement technique offers an effective and patient-friendly solution for lateral alveolar ridge augmentation.
- The minimally invasive approach simplifies the surgical process and improves postoperative outcomes.
- This method provides a viable alternative for dental practitioners facing narrow ridge challenges.
