Bone Graft, Keratinized Tissue
Conditions
Brief summary
Sixteen patients with horizontal deficiencies in the posterior mandible were treated with "the Open Membrane Technique" (OMT). Dense PTFE membranes covering an allograft biomaterial were used without any attempt to passivate the flap. Flap closure with an open wound (membrane exposure) was monitored weekly for up to 6w at the time of membrane removal. At implant placement, soft and hard tissue gains were assessed clinically and radiographically. Bone cores were harvested for histological analysis from the implant preparation sites
Interventions
PROCEDUREBone Augmentation
Dense PTFE membranes covering an allograft biomaterial were used without any attempt to passivate the flap
Sponsors
Saint-Joseph University
Study design
Allocation
NA
Intervention model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
17 Years to 70 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
Healthy adults Free of any systemic disease affecting bone metabolism Highly compliant Good oral hygiene Willing to sign informed consents prior to their inclusion
Exclusion criteria
Untreated periodontal disease Heavy smokers Excessive alcohol consumption Uncontrolled systemic conditions
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hard tissue gain | 5 months | Bone thickness measured clinically and on CBCT (during bone grafting and at re-entry) |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Soft Tissue Gain | 5 months | Keratinized tissue measured clinically before and after the treatment (at implant placement) |
Countries
Lebanon
Outcome results
None listed