Barrier membrane and bone graft treatments of dehiscence-type defect at existing implant: a case report

Implant Dent. 2003;12(2):145-50. doi: 10.1097/01.id.0000042505.64374.85.

Abstract

Dehiscence-type bony defects may occur after implant application because of microbial action as well as of biomechanical and occlusal overload. The aim of the treatment of a periimplant defect is to arrest the progression of the bone loss and to achieve a maintainable site for the implant. In these situations, barrier membranes and bone graft materials can be used to achieve complete bone healing around dental implants. Bone regeneration is possible in a periimplant bony defect of a functioning implant if the proper surgical technique is utilized and the etiologic cause is eradicated. This study presents the surgical coverage of a periimplant bony defect around an implant that was inserted 7 years ago. The surgical correction was made using a barrier membrane in conjunction with bone graft materials. A follow-up of 6 months seemed to reveal radiographic bone regeneration.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Alveolar Bone Loss / etiology*
  • Alveolar Bone Loss / surgery*
  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Bone Regeneration
  • Bone Transplantation / methods*
  • Bone and Bones
  • Dental Implants / adverse effects*
  • Guided Tissue Regeneration, Periodontal / methods*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Maxilla / surgery*
  • Maxillary Diseases / etiology
  • Maxillary Diseases / surgery
  • Membranes, Artificial
  • Middle Aged
  • Oral Surgical Procedures / methods*
  • Subgingival Curettage

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Dental Implants
  • Membranes, Artificial
  • dembone