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A Novel Technique for Vertical Bone Augmentation Using “N-Shaped” Titanium Mesh with Simultaneous Implant Placement in the Posterior Mandible: A Case Report
Abstract
Introduction
Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) is a widely utilized technique for bone augmentation in dental implantology.
Case Presentation
This case report introduces a novel vertical bone augmentation method using an “n-shaped” titanium mesh fixed onto a dental implant via an improved healing abutment. The technique was applied to address vertical and horizontal bone defects in the posterior mandible, achieving simultaneous alveolar bone augmentation with favorable aesthetic and functional outcomes. Two years post-restoration, the vertical bone gain remained stable.
Conclusion
This implant-supported tent technique, utilizing titanium mesh, provides a minimally invasive, cost-effective, and reliable solution for vertical osteogenesis in patients with mandibular posterior bone defects.