Long-term results of lateral bone augmentation in posterior mandible. Decompression technique.

Key factors in the treatment of the posterior mandibula to place implants have become a routine procedure, and results can be achieved with a high predictability. Because of the variety of treatment options available today the analysis of the case and treatment planning have become an even more important treatment step. The most challenging field is still to augment the bone and to have stable crestal bone around implants. Which bone augmentation technique is the best choice in posterior mandibula? And what is the predictability of these techniques? Understanding the limits from the biological point of view and the limits of each technique is mandatory in order to plan a case. This lecture will focus on the “state of the art” of implant placement protocol as well as on bone and soft tissue regeneration in posterior mandibula.

1. The goal should be achieved after bone augmentation.

2. What are long term results of different techniques for bone augmentation.

3. Bone block, bone splitting or guided bone regeneration?

4. What could be improved during preparation and surgery?

5. What bone material is the best choice for lateral bone augmentation?

6. Advantages of Decompression technique for lateral bone augmentation.

7. Summary and conclusion with clear take home massage will be presented during the lecture.