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- Title
Decision Tree for Vertical Ridge Augmentation.
- Authors
Plonka, Alexandra B.; Urban, Istvan A.; Hom-Lay Wang
- Abstract
Vertical ridge augmentation (VRA) procedures before or during dental implant placement are technically challenging and often encounter procedure-related complications. To minimize complications and promote success, a literature search was conducted to validate procedures used for VRA. A decision tree based on the amount of additional ridge height needed (< 4, 4 to 6, or > 6 mm) was then developed to improve the procedure-selection process. At each junction, the clinician is urged to consider anatomical, clinical, and patient-related factors influencing treatment outcomes. This decision tree guides selection of the most appropriate treatment modality and sequence for safe, predictable management of the vertically deficient ridge in implant therapy.
- Subjects
OPERATIVE dentistry; DECISION trees; ALVEOLAR process; DECISION making in dentistry; BONE grafting; STANDARDS; DENTAL implants; MEDICAL protocols; PATIENT safety; SURGICAL complications; DISEASE management; TREATMENT effectiveness
- Publication
International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry, 2018, Vol 38, Issue 2, p269
- ISSN
0198-7569
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.11607/prd.3280