Essential Techniques of Alveolar Bone Augmentation in Implant Dentistry

By Len Tolstunov (Author)

A Comprehensive Guide to Surgical Techniques in Alveolar Bone Augmentation

The second edition of Essential Techniques of Alveolar Bone Augmentation in Implant Dentistry: A Surgical Manual, Second Edition, offers a detailed overview of key surgical techniques for achieving optimal bone width and height for dental implant placement. This practical reference is designed for dental professionals and students seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in bone augmentation procedures.

Key Techniques Covered:

• Ridge preservation
• Horizontal and vertical ridge augmentation
• Soft tissue grafting for implant site development
• Tissue engineering techniques
• Surgical alternatives to bone grafting in implant dentistry

Expert Insights and High-Quality Images:

This edition features succinct chapters written by over 40 international leading clinicians, scientists, and teachers. Each chapter includes step-by-step descriptions of surgical procedures, supported by information on diagnosis and treatment planning, and over 1,000 high-quality clinical images and illustrations.

New and Updated Content:

The second edition includes new coverage of:

• 3D alveolar ridge defect reconstruction
• Procedures for vertical bone augmentation in the posterior maxilla
• Complete arch dental implant treatment using photogrammetry
• Metal-ceramic transitional maxillary implant rehabilitation
• Ridge-split expansion using piezoelectric surgery

Essential Knowledge for Dental Professionals:

This book provides essential clinical knowledge on:

• Bone biology
• Radiographic and prosthetic evaluation
• Incision designs
• Wound closure

Alternative Techniques:

The book also introduces alternative techniques such as:

• Zygomatic implants
• Pterygoid implants
• All-on-4 procedure for placement of dental implants that circumvent bone grafting

A Valuable Resource for Dental Professionals:

Essential Techniques of Alveolar Bone Augmentation in Implant Dentistry: A Surgical Manual, Second Edition, is a must-have for both novice and experienced dental clinicians, implant dentists, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and periodontists, as well as dental students and trainees.

Publication Details:

Published by Wiley, September 2, 2022. Language: English. ISBN: 9781119827337.