Guided bone regeneration technique in the esthetic zone: a novel approach using resorbable PLLA-PGA plates and screw fixation. A case report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent
; 29(5): 543-7, 2009 Oct.
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in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-19888498
ABSTRACT
The use of biodegradable fixation materials or devices during maxillofacial, craniofacial, and orthopedic reconstructive surgical procedures reduces or eliminates the need to perform a second surgical procedure, which would otherwise be required to remove a nonbiodegradable device. This article presents a novel approach to augment a horizontally deficient alveolar ridge using both a resorbable plate/screw fixation system composed of a polylactic acid-polyglycolic acid (PLLA-PGA) copolymer to provide a rigid scaffolding for the bone chips and a resorbable collagen barrier (Bio-Gide, Osteohealth) to secure the graft material. For periodontal reconstructive procedures, such as guided bone regeneration, the clinical application of this technique may be advantageous and also provide a more esthetic result by minimizing the need for an additional surgical procedure. (Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent 2009;29543-547.).
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Bone Regeneration
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Guided Tissue Regeneration, Periodontal
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Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported
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Absorbable Implants
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent
Year:
2009
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Italy