WORKSHOP

Implant placement requires precise positioning to ensure both functional and aesthetic success. It is also important to consider that a minimum quantity of residual bone around the fixture is required to maintain osseointegration and volume for the long-term success of the implant. These requirements are especially important in the aesthetic area where details are visible, and where a biological success doesn’t necessarily mean prosthetic success.

In order to increase or maintain bone in the buccal or palatal aspect, several techniques have been proposed. However, since the introduction of a resorbable magnesium membrane, new treatment possibilities are possible due to the volume stability. A combination of rigidity with resorbable properties enables buccal bone to be regenerated or maintained with a high level of predictability and safety.

The application of magnesium membranes in extraction sockets has been termed the “Modified Shield Technique.” During this workshop, it will be learn about the properties of magnesium to create a stable yet resorbable alternative that promotes bone regeneration while gradually being absorbed by the body, reducing the need for secondary surgical interventions.