Evaluation of Horizontal Anterior Mandibular Augmentation With Split Bone Block Technique From the Chin

Evaluation of Horizontal Anterior Mandibular Augmentation With Split Bone Block Technique From the Chin

The aim of this study was to compare clinically and radiographically bone gain, healing of the surgical site, healing of the grafted bone and stability of the grafted area following horizontal ridge augmentation at anterior mandible using split bone block from the chin area.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient with missing anterior mandibular teeth
• horizontal bone width < 5 mm
• Adequate zone of keratinized tissue

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of infection or periapical lesions in adjacent teeth
• Medically compromised patients with a condition that affect the procedure
• Insufficient inter-arch distance
• Bruxism or clenching
• Alcoholism
• Smokers