Abstract:Background : Intrabony defects of the alveolar bone develop as a result of vertical periodontal bone resorption and are generally associated with deep periodontal pockets which persist after initial non-surgical periodontal therapy and require surgical treatment. A number of surgical techniques and biomaterials have been employed for the regenerative treatment of intrabony defects, including bone substitutes and enamel matrix derivative (EMD). Aim/Hypothesis : The aim of the study was to evaluate the use of EM… Show more
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