Alveolar ridge augmentation using distraction osteogenesis: a clinical trial

ABSTRACT: Background: Severely resorbed ridges present a great challenge to prosthodontic rehabilitation. Available reconstructive options include autologous/alloplastic augmentation with questionable results, or regeneration of new bone under gradual and controlled tension using distraction osteog...

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Published in:	Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research
Main Authors:	Anand Shukla, Saumyendra V Singh, Sumit Kumar, Divya Mehrotra, S Mohammad, Stuti Singh
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier 2012-01-01
Subjects:	Distraction osteogenesis resorbed residual ridge vertical bone gain
Online Access:	http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212426812600074