Achieving Predictable Facial Bone Reconstruction at Immediate Implant Placement Utilizing the Facial Allograft Shield...

Resorption following tooth loss often presents challenges to both functional and esthetic outcomes of dental implant treatment for lost dentition, especially in the esthetic zone. Inadequate bone volume at the implant site is common, and bone augmentation is often required. While autogenous bone is often preferred, it is not applicable in many cases. This can necessitate multiple surgeries and extended healing times for patients. In such situations an alternate protocol, the facial allograft shield technique using an allogeneic laminar bone membrane, appears to offer a minimally invasive, effective alternative for managing type II socket defects in the esthetic zone, potentially expanding the pool of candidates eligible for immediate protocols.