Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction-Gustavo Avila-Ortiz DDS, MS, PhD

This refers to a specific clinical approach for alveolar ridge reconstruction in post-extraction dehiscence defects, developed and evaluated by Dr. Gustavo Avila-Ortiz. The technique utilizes a minimally invasive Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) protocol. It involves the placement of a particulate bone allograft into the extraction socket, which is then covered by a non-resorbable dense polytetrafluoroethylene (dPTFE) membrane. The membrane is tucked into a soft tissue pouch created via tunneling to protect the graft and promote bone volume maintenance. This approach aims to restore bone height and width in preparation for future dental implant placement without the need for extensive flap surgery.

Other names

Alveolar Ridge ReconstructionGuided Bone RegenerationGBR