Managing Atrophic Thin Crest by Ridge Splitting Technique before Implant Placement

Nada Kriouach1, Samir Erraji1, Zouheir Ismaili1

  • 1Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Mohamed V University, Rabat, Morocco.

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Summary

Alveolar ridge expansion, combined with guided bone regeneration, offers a safe method to widen narrow jawbones for dental implants. Despite membrane exposure causing minor bone loss, the technique proved predictable with good long-term stability.

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