Evaluation of Bone Regeneration in Single Stage Closure of Cleft Alveolus with Gingivoperiosteoplasty

Abstract

Background: Cleft alveolus closure is a challenge for cleft surgeon for many decades. Secondary alveolar bone grafting (SABG) is the preferred technique using autologous cancellous ileac crest bone as the donor graft. Many alternative methods were tried over the years with no any promising results. Gingivoperiosteoplasty (GPP) is a good alternative surgical technique for bone regeneration in cleft alveolus with proper case selection criteria. Aim: Aim of the study was to evaluate the bone regeneration following closure of cleft alveolus with gingivoperiosteoplasty. Method: This study was carried out in the