About this trial
To assess the accuracy of the computer assessed guides in horizontal bone augmentation achieved at posterior mandible using guided modified ridge splitting technique versus free hand modified ridge splitting technique
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
posterior mandible with horizontal deficient alveolar ridge that is from 2 to 4 mm measured from the crest of the alveolar ridge buccolingually
Age range from 25-55 years. No sex predilection.
Patients free from any systemic conditions and bone metabolism diseases that might interfere with the surgical intervention, soft tissue or hard tissue healing.
Patients of adequate alveolar bone width.
Disqualifiers
Intra-bony lesions (e.g. cysts) or infections (e.g. abscess) that may retard the osteotomy healing.
Previous grafting procedures in the edentulous area.
General contraindications to implant surgery.
Subjected to irradiation in the head and neck area less than 1 year before implantation.
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- computer guided modified ridge splitting technique in horizontal bone deficiency in posterior mandible
- free hand modified ridge splitting technique in horizontal bone deficiency in posterior mandible