Abstract

Several techniques have been developed to improve the bone volume for the placement of dental implants in an effort to shorten the length of treatment, avoid a second surgical appointment, reduce the use of additional surgical sites, reduce challenges to the patient and decrease patient morbidity. This article will review these surgical procedures for both hard and soft tissue grafting in the placement of endosseous dental implants.

Details

Title
Osseointegrated supported prosthesis - Surgical techniques for hard and soft tissue grafting
Author
Prasad, D; Mehra, Divya
Pages
72-77
Publication year
2014
Publication date
Jan-Jun 2014
Publisher
Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd.
ISSN
09746781
e-ISSN
09747850
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
1701141514
Copyright
Copyright Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd Jan-Jun 2014