Localized Alveolar Ridge Augmentation Using a Two-step Approach with Different Soft Tissue Grafts: A Clinical Report
Clemens Walter, Leonard Büttel, Roland Weiger
Citation Information :
Walter C, Büttel L, Weiger R. Localized Alveolar Ridge Augmentation Using a Two-step Approach with Different Soft Tissue Grafts: A Clinical Report. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008; 9 (4):99-106.
The purpose of this report is to present the use of different soft tissue grafting procedures for surgical ridge augmentation.
Background
Multiple augmentative procedures may be indicated for the esthetic reconstruction of edentulous alveolar ridge deformities due to unpredictable shrinkage of augmented tissues.
Report
A 38-year-old woman with a moderate Class III alveolar ridge defect received periodontal plastic surgery treatment using a combined onlay-interpositional graft procedure and a subepithelial connective tissue graft.
Summary
This case illustrates the aesthetic reconstruction of a moderate alveolar ridge defect using a twostep approach.
Clinical Significance
Using different soft tissue grafting procedures might be helpful in planning and treating moderate alveolar ridge defects. The time for remodelling of the augmented tissues needs to be respected before the final prosthesis is placed.
Citation
Walter C, Büttel L, Weiger R. Localized Alveolar Ridge Augmentation Using a Two-step Approach with Different Soft Tissue Grafts: A Clinical Report. J Contemp Dent Pract 2008 May; (9)4:099-106.
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