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A simplified two-stage mandibular ridge extension procedure
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|April 1, 1981
Summary
This simplified two-stage procedure for mandibular ridge extension significantly improves denture stability. The outpatient technique reduces complications, costs, and relapse, enhancing patient acceptance over a decade.
Area of Science:
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
- Dental Implantology
- Reconstructive Dentistry
Background:
- Atrophic mandibular ridges present challenges for denture stability.
- Existing augmentation techniques can be complex and costly.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a simplified, two-stage procedure for mandibular ridge extension.
- To evaluate the efficacy and patient outcomes of this modified technique.
Main Methods:
- A modified application of known techniques for mandibular ridge augmentation.
- Outpatient surgical procedure without free grafts or stents.
Main Results:
- Excellent improvement in denture base stability achieved.
- Minimal to no relapse observed over a 10-year period.
- Decreased surgical time, complications, discomfort, and patient cost.
Conclusions:
- The simplified two-stage procedure offers a viable solution for atrophic mandibular ridges.
- This technique provides long-term stability and high patient acceptance.
- It represents a cost-effective and less invasive alternative for denture wearers.