Buccal and palatal alveolar bone dimensions in the anterior maxilla: A micro-CT study.

Vladimir S Todorovic Thomas C Postma Jakobus Hoffmann Andre W van Zyl

Published in: Clinical implant dentistry and related research (2023)

Immediate implants in the anterior maxillae has anatomical risks. Alveolar bone on the buccal aspect is very thin, with fenestrations in certain positions. Therefore, a thorough planning and individual approach are needed to avoid possible complications and achieve stable aesthetic and functional results in the long-term.

Keyphrases

soft tissue
bone mineral density
computed tomography
bone loss
bone regeneration
risk factors
magnetic resonance imaging
image quality
postmenopausal women
positron emission tomography