Lateral Approach for Regenerative Treatment of Intrabony Defects Associated With an Edentulous Alveolar Ridge: A Prospective Case Series.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This case series evaluated the clinical efficacy of the novel "lateral approach" combined with an enamel matrix derivative (EMD) and bone grafting in the regenerative surgical treatment of intrabony defects associated with an edentulous ridge.

Material and methods

The innovative flap, called the "lateral approach," is explicitly designed for regeneration of unchallenged isolated intrabony defects associated with edentulous alveolar ridges. The flap is defined by a curved vertical incision on the buccal side opposite the treated defect and a sulcular incision on the buccal and defect-associated sides, promoting uneventful healing and regeneration while minimizing complications. Seven intrabony defects (one per patient) distal to the lower second molar were treated

SUBMITTER: Hromcik F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11872802 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature