Abstract:Orthodontic treatment to upright an inclined molar adjacent to an edentulous span is often necessary before implant placement. The implant site may also require a ridge augmentation if the bony volume is not sufficient. The time required for both treatment steps can be lengthy and can discourage patients from accepting dental implants. This case report presents a novel interdisciplinary approach to implant site development. Selective osteotomy and simultaneous ridge augmentation were performed on the bilateral… Show more
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