3D ALVEOLAR RIDGE AUGMENTATION PROCEDURE USING RING-SHAPED TRANSPLANT: DONOR AREAS AND INDICATIONS

Abstract

The paper provides methods of alveolar ridge augmentation using ring-shaped transplant in combination with Ankylos implants considered to be an alternative of classic two-stage augmentation. Describing advantages and disadvantages of various donor areas (chin, roof of mouth, retromolar lower jaw bone), the authors present sinus-lift procedure and surgical techniques for marked lower jawbone atrophy, retention, and canine tooth dystopy.