Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Humans ; Osteogenesis, Distraction

Adult ; Aged ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Dental Implantation ; methods ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Maxillary Sinus ; surgery ; Middle Aged

Implant treatment in the esthetic area requires stable osseointegration and successful esthetic outcomes. Achieving this goal requires careful consideration of accurate implant axis and ideal three-dimensional position. Owing to the high esthetics and the special anatomical structure of the maxillary, a successful implant means a synthesized deli-beration of the residual bone dimensions, soft-tissue thickness, and the relationship of the residual alveolar ridge with the planned restoration. This article offers an in-depth analysis of the clinical decisions and key factors affecting the implant direction in the esthetic area.
Dental Implantation, Endosseous/methods* ; Dental Implants ; Esthetics, Dental ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation/methods* ; Osseointegration ; Maxilla/surgery* ; Dental Implants, Single-Tooth

OBJECTIVETo evaluate the quality of the alveolar ridge augmented by Ti-Ni shape memory alloy (Ti-Ni SMA) distractor.

METHODSAll of the mandibular premolars and the first molars were extracted from 12 adult mongrel canines. One month later, box-shaped osteotomy was carried out in the left mandibles and Ti-Ni SMA distractors were imbedded. The right sides served as blank control. The canines were killed 3 or 6 months later and specimens were taken from corresponding area of the experiment sides and the control. Bone mineral density and biomechanical function were measured.

RESULTSBone mineral density, ultimate compressive strength and Young's Modules of the augmented ridge were lower than the blank control three months after distraction. But the indexes increased and showed no significant difference with the control six months after distraction.

CONCLUSIONSThe canines mandibular posterior alveolar ridge could be augmented by distraction osteogenesis using Ti-Ni SMA distractor, and the new bone is strong enough for implant placement.

Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Animals ; Bone Density ; Bone Regeneration ; physiology ; Compressive Strength ; Dogs ; Male ; Mandible ; physiology ; Nickel ; Osteogenesis, Distraction ; Titanium

Alveolar Bone Loss ; surgery ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; Dental Implantation, Endosseous ; methods ; Guided Tissue Regeneration ; methods ; Humans ; Membranes, Artificial ; Polytetrafluoroethylene ; therapeutic use ; Reconstructive Surgical Procedures ; methods ; Tooth Loss ; surgery

OBJECTIVETo evaluate the use of acellular dermal matrix (ADM) to improve esthetic effects of alveolar ridge in dental implantology.

METHODSFifty patients with similar single missing tooth in the anterior maxilla were randomly divided into two groups: the ADM group was treated with dental implant therapy plus ADM transplantation; the control group was treated with dental implant therapy alone. The periodontal parameters and the changes of horizontal width of alveolar crest at implant zones were evaluated before surgery and 12 weeks after surgery.

RESULTSAll operated sites healed uneventfully. Mean horizontal width of alveolar crest in ADM group increased by (3.10 +/- 0.64) mm at 12 weeks and the control group increased by (0.30 +/- 0.50) mm, The volume increase showed a significant difference groups (P < 0.05). Mean horizontal width of alveolar crest in ADM group was (11.50 +/- 1.48) mm and the contralateral alveolar crest was (11.60 +/- 1.60) mm (P > 0.05).

CONCLUSIONSADM is a suitable material for the treatment of soft tissue deformities due to its biocompatibility and horizontal gain of soft tissue.

Adult ; Alveolar Bone Loss ; surgery ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Dental Implants, Single-Tooth ; Dermis ; cytology ; transplantation ; Extracellular Matrix ; transplantation ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Skin, Artificial

OBJECTIVETo introduce and evaluate the procedure and the effect of localized management of sinus floor (LMSF), bone graft and simultaneous implant placement with trephine bur in maxillary posterior region.

METHODS24 patients without enough alveolar bone height received LMSF, bone grafting and implants placement were carried out simultaneously.The autogenous bone were harvested by trephine bur in situ. Patients were followed up after 1 week, 1, 3 and 6 month.

RESULTSThere was no implant loose or lost and maxillary antritis. 6 months postoperatively, bone graft reformed to new bone seen in X-ray films, sinus floors were augmented and reached the requirements of dental implants. The implant osseointegrated tightly with new bone which was satisfactory to second-step prosthesis after implant placement of 6 months later.

CONCLUSIONSThe method enlarges the indication of dental implants and avoids operation of harvesting autogenous bone in other site. It is simple and valuable to clinical application.

Adult ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Bone Transplantation ; Dental Implantation, Endosseous ; methods ; Dental Implants ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Maxillary Sinus ; surgery ; Middle Aged

OBJECTIVETo evaluate the clinical results and technique of minimally invasive sinus membrane water balloon elevation followed by bone augmentation and implant placement simultaneously.

METHODSFrom May 2006 to November 2007, 31 patients (male: 16, female: 15; mean age: 41.2 +/- 11.8) were involved in the study. Clinical examination and radiographs were conducted.

RESULTSThe mean residual ridge height was (4.79 +/- 1.18) mm and the mean elevated height was (10.60 +/- 2.06) mm. A total of 31 implants were placed and restored with the mean follow-up period of (14.2 +/- 3.6) months. Only minor complications were observed postoperatively. One implant was lost due to infection two weeks after operation.

CONCLUSIONSThe procedure of minimally invasive sinus membrane water balloon elevation achieves an excellent success rate, low complication, minimal discomfort, and the short-term result is predictable.

Adult ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Dental Implantation ; methods ; Dental Implants, Single-Tooth ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Maxillary Sinus ; surgery ; Middle Aged ; Treatment Outcome

OBJECTIVETo evaluate the application and the effect of edentulous ridge expansion(ERE) technique in maxillary endossenous implant placement.

METHODS49 patients with maxillary alveolar ridge atrophy received edentulous ridge expansion using condenser. In order to be similar to natural root, dental implants were selected and placed to tooth missed sites according to the requirements of aesthetics, function and dimension.

RESULTS49 patients with atrophied alveolar ridge received 86 implants. The labio-lingual width augmented from 3.3 to 5.4 mm and the alveolar ridge height from 2 to 7 mm 6 months after operation. The implants osseintergrated tightly with alveolar bone and second-step prosthesis was performed 6 months after implant placement.

CONCLUSIONThe edentulous ridge expansion technique can meet the requirements of aesthetics and function and is applicable to endossenous implant placement in maxilla. The method is simple and valuable to clinical application.

Adolescent ; Adult ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Atrophy ; surgery ; Dental Implantation, Endosseous ; methods ; Female ; Gingiva ; pathology ; Humans ; Jaw, Edentulous, Partially ; surgery ; Male ; Maxilla ; Middle Aged ; Osseointegration

OBJECTIVEThe aim of this study is to investigate the effect and complication of immediate implantation of particulate hydroxylapatite artificial bone after teeth extraction.

METHODSParticulate hydroxylapatite artificial bone was implanted into 65 extraction sockets after teeth extraction. All patients were followed up until 3 months after the operation. They are examined with clinical examination and X-ray examination to observe the effect and complication of the implantation operation.

RESULTSThe wound healed well in all cases without any complication. Compared to the alveolar ridge before teeth extraction, and the height of the alveolar ridge after teeth extraction didn't decrease.

CONCLUSIONImplantation of particulate hydroxylapatite artificial bone after teeth extraction could maintain the height of the alveolar ridge and reduce the complication of teeth extraction. It would be helpful for the following prosthetic restoration. The immediate implantation of artificial bone is therefore needed further study.

Adult ; Aged ; Alveolar Bone Loss ; prevention & control ; Alveolar Ridge Augmentation ; methods ; Biocompatible Materials ; Bone Substitutes ; Dental Implantation, Endosseous ; Dental Implants, Single-Tooth ; Denture, Partial, Temporary ; Female ; Humans ; Hydroxyapatites ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Tooth Extraction ; adverse effects