CLINICAL CASE

Alveolar ridge preservation with the Shield technique in the mandibula

Dr. Marko Blaskovic

The patient presented with a compromised buccal plate after tooth extraction. The initial clinical examination showed a clear defect in the buccal wall, which was confirmed through CBCT imaging. Following the tooth extraction, the NOVAMag® membrane was carefully cut and shaped to fit the morphology of the defect. The membrane was then tucked between the bone and soft tissue without requiring any fixation. Autologous bone mixed with cerabone® was placed in the extraction socket. Additionally, mucoderm® was sutured on top of the grafted socket, securing the regenerative materials in place to ensure soft tissue augmentation. At the 6-week follow-up, early signs of healing were evident, and by 4 months postoperatively, bone regeneration was observed both clinically and radiographically through CBCT scans. At this stage, the graft showed successful integration with the surrounding bone. Site preparation for implant placement was then carried out, followed by implant insertion and primary wound closure. The case demonstrates effective bone regeneration using the Shield technique with the NOVAMag® membrane without fixation, resulting in successful alveolar ridge preservation and implant stability.

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