This book explores the potential of bone grafting techniques to
rehabilitate the maxilla through the placement of dental implants. As
implant dentistry becomes increasingly well established and
sophisticated, this book will help experienced surgeons to involve
implant solutions as part of more challenging reconstructions in the
upper jaw.
Starting with a recap on principles of bone biology, the book then
considers implant integration in normal bone and with bone grafts.
Grafting procedures are presented depicting a variety of bone harvest
sites, followed by onlay and inlay grafting techniques. Approaches to
sinus lifting, segmental osteotomy and distraction osteogenesis for
augmentation protocols are provided.