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Bone augmentation using titanium mesh: A systematic review and meta-analysis
International Journal of Oral Implantology (Berlin, Germany)
|September 16, 2024
Summary
Titanium mesh offers a feasible scaffold for bone regeneration, achieving significant vertical and horizontal bone gain. While mesh exposure is a common complication, titanium mesh shows comparable results to collagen membranes for horizontal bone augmentation.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Regenerative Medicine
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Titanium mesh is utilized as a scaffold in bone regeneration procedures.
- Evidence comparing titanium mesh to other barrier membranes requires synthesis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and compare literature on bone regeneration using titanium mesh.
- To assess bone gain outcomes and complications of titanium mesh versus collagen membranes.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search for randomized and non-randomized controlled trials.
- Inclusion of studies reporting bone gain and complications (exposure, infection).
- Meta-analysis comparing titanium mesh and collagen membranes for horizontal bone gain.
Main Results:
- Included 22 articles; reported mean vertical bone gain of 3.36 mm and horizontal gain of 3.26 mm.
- Most common complications were mesh exposure (10.8% overall) and graft failure.
- No significant difference in horizontal bone gain between titanium mesh and collagen membranes.
Conclusions:
- Titanium mesh is a feasible scaffold for bone regeneration in defects needing ~4 mm 3D reconstruction.
- It offers acceptable complication rates, though mesh exposure is notable.
- Further research on patient-reported outcomes is needed.
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