Treatment of Two Combined Therapeutic Indications With One Biomaterial

Area of Science:

• Regenerative Medicine
• Biomaterials Science
• Periodontology

Background:

• Complex oral defects often require multiple interventions.
• The use of single, versatile biomaterials can simplify treatment and potentially reduce costs.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy of a single resorbable biomaterial composite (bovine collagen and bioactive calcium apatite) in managing a combined complex oral defect.
• To assess its application in both alveolar ridge preservation and guided tissue regeneration.

Main Methods:

• A 68-year-old patient received treatment using a single biomaterial for two distinct indications: alveolar ridge preservation at tooth No. 12 and guided tissue regeneration at tooth No. 13.
• Standard-of-care procedures were followed, with no other biomaterials used.

Main Results:

• Uneventful healing and high patient satisfaction were reported.
• At 16 months, preserved ridge volume and stable keratinized soft tissue were observed.
• Radiographic analysis confirmed stable bone levels and positive oral regeneration, including periodontal ligament re-establishment.

Conclusions:

• The biomaterial demonstrated efficacy, clinical manageability, and cost-effectiveness as a single-modality treatment.
• This approach reduced the need for additional interventions in managing complex oral defects.