Radiographic Assessment Of The Accuracy Of 3D Ridge Augmentation In Anterior Mandible Using Computer Guided Autogenous Cortical Shell Technique Versus Free Hand Technique

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Nov 14, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new technique for repairing bone loss in the front part of the lower jaw, known as the anterior mandible. The goal is to see if using a computer-guided method to place bone shells is more accurate and safer than the traditional method, which can be challenging for less experienced surgeons. The trial will compare how well these two techniques help in creating enough bone for future dental implants while also minimizing the risk of damaging important nerves and nearby teeth.

To be eligible for this trial, participants should be between 20 and 60 years old, and must have lost at least two adjacent teeth in the front of their lower jaw, with specific bone deficiencies. Those with infections or previous bone surgery in the area are not eligible. Participants can expect to undergo a procedure where their bone is carefully harvested and shaped, and they will be monitored for how well the bone grows and heals. This study aims to improve outcomes for patients needing dental implants, making the process more effective and safer.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age ranges from 20-60 years. No sex predilection.
• • Patients free from any systemic conditions and bone metabolism diseases that might interfere with the surgical intervention, soft tissue or hard tissue healing.
• • Edentulous anterior mandible with a horizontally deficient alveolar ridge that is less than 3mm in width and with a vertically defect at least 3mm in height.
• • The minimum number of missing teeth in the anterior mandible alveolar ridge is two adjacent teeth.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Intra-bony lesions (e.g., cysts) or infections (e.g., abscess) that may retard the osteotomy healing.
• • Previous grafting procedures in the edentulous area