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Radiographic Analysis of Ridge Augmentations Using Titanium Mesh and Titanium-Reinforced Polytetrafluoroethylene Membranes
J Oral Implantol. 2025 Aug 8;51(4):337-345.
Elnakka L, Golob Deeb J, Carrico CK, Jadhav A, Vaddi A, Deeb GR.
Simple-Challenging-Difficult (SCD) Difficulty Classification for Vertical Bone Augmentation
J Esthet Restor Dent. 2025 Jan;37(1):178-186
Hsu CH, Chen Z, Urban IA, Wang HL.
Volumetric Evaluation of Alveolar Ridge Preservation Using Dense PTFE (d-PTFE) Membranes Intentionally Exposed to the Oral Cavity After Immediate Implant Placement—A Retrospective Study
January 2025. Dentistry Journal13(2):58
Dayube U, Asbi T, Formiga M, et al.
Effects of intentional early dense-polytetrafluoroethylene membrane removal on vertical ridge augmentation
Clin Adv Periodontics. 2024 Jun 10.
Belleggia F.
Clinical Classification of Healing Complications and Management in Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures with a Nonresorbable d-PTFE Membrane
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2022 May-Jun;42(3):419-427.
Vroom MG, Gründemann LJ, Gallo P.
Histomorphometry of Bone after Intentionally Exposed Non-Resorbable d-PTFE Membrane or Guided Bone Regeneration for the Treatment of Post-Extractive Alveolar Bone Defects with Implant-Supported Restorations: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
Materials. 2022; 15(17):5838.
Luongo R, Tallarico M, Canciani E, Graziano D, Dellavia C, Gargari M, Ceruso FM, Melodia D, Canullo L.
Long-term preservation of ridge dimension following tooth extraction and ridge preservation: A randomized controlled trial of healing at 4-month and 12-month healing time points.
J Periodontol. 2022 Aug;93(8):1183-1190.
Allen HT, Zellner JW, Kotsakis GA, Mealey BL.
Postextraction ridge preservation by using dense PTFE membranes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
J Prosthet Dent. 2022 Apr 8:S0022-3913(22)00151-2.
Chatzopoulos GS, Koidou VP, Sonnenberger M, Johnson D, Chu H, Wolff LF.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation Around Dental Implants With the Use of a Dense PTFE Membrane to Correct Previously Failed Augmentations.
Clin Adv Periodontics. 2021 Sep 23.
Soldatos N, Garcia M, Umoh E, Irizarry A, Weltman R.
Peri-implant diseases: Current understanding and management.
Int J Oral Implantol (Berl). 2021 Aug 20;14(3):263-282.
Barootchi S, Wang HL.
Vertical bone augmentation utilizing a titanium-reinforced PTFE mesh: A multi-variate analysis of influencing factors.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2021 Jul;32(7):828-839.
Urban IA, Saleh MHA, Ravidà A, Forster A, Wang HL, Barath Z.
Evaluation of a Minimally Invasive Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction Approach in Postextraction Dehiscence Defects: A Case Series.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 May-Jun;41(3):335-345.
Antonious M, Couso-Queiruga E, Barwacz C, González-Martín O, Avila-Ortiz G.
Evaluation of healing at molar extraction sites with ridge preservation using a non-resorbable dense polytetrafluoroethylene membrane: A four-arm cohort prospective study.
Clin Exp Dent Res. 2021 Jun 6. Epub ahead of print.
Al Hugail AM, Mealey BL, Walker C, Al Harthi S, Duong M, Noujeim M, Lasho DJ, Prihoda TJ, Huynh-Ba G.
Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane versus Titanium Mesh in Vertical Ridge Augmentation: Clinical and Histological Results of a Split-mouth Prospective Study.
J Contemp Dent Pract 2021; 22 (5):465-472.
Maiorana C, Fontana F, dal Polo MR, Pieroni S, Ferrantino L, Poli PP, Simion M.
Vertical-guided bone regeneration with a titanium-reinforced d-PTFE membrane utilizing a novel split-thickness flap design: a prospective case series.
Clin Oral Investig. 2021 May;25(5):2969-2980.
Windisch P, Orban K, Salvi GE, Sculean A, Molnar B.
Inter-Implant Papilla Reconstruction via a Bone and Soft Tissue Augmentation: A Case Report with a Long-Term Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 Nov-Dec;41(2):169-175.
Urban IA, Barootchi S, Tavelli L, Wang HL.
Guided bone regeneration in staged vertical and horizontal bone augmentation using platelet-rich fibrin associated with bone grafts: a retrospective clinical study.
Int J Implant Dent. 2020 Oct 17;6(1):72.
Amaral Valladão CA Jr, Freitas Monteiro M, Joly JC.
A randomized controlled trial on the impact of healing time on wound healing following ridge preservation using a 70%/30% combination of mineralized and demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft.
J Periodontol. 2020 Oct;91(10):1256-1263.
Nelson AC, Mealey BL.
Guided Bone Regeneration with Nonresorbable Membranes in the Rehabilitation of Partially Edentulous Atrophic Arches: A Retrospective Study on 122 Implants with a 3- to 7-Year Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. Sep/Oct 2020;40(5):685-692.
Pistilli R, Simion M, Barausse C, Gasparro R, Pistilli V, Bellini P, Felice P.
Vertical ridge augmentation (VRA) with Ti-reinforced d-PTFE membranes or Ti meshes and collagen membranes: 1-year results of a randomized clinical trial.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2020 Oct 5. <Epub ahead of print>
Cucchi A, Vignudelli E, Fiorino A, Pellegrino G, Corinaldesi G.
Efficacy of Alveolar Ridge Preservation: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
J Dent Res. 2020 Apr;99(4):402-409.
Avila-Ortiz G, Gubler M, Romero-Bustillos M, Nicholas CL, Zimmerman MB, Barwacz CA.
Time analysis of alveolar ridge preservation using a combination of mineralized bone-plug and dense-polytetrafluoroethylene membrane: A histomorphometric study.
J Periodontol. 2020 Feb;91(2):215-222.
Wen SC, Barootchi S, Huang WX, Wang HL.
Alveolar Ridge Augmentation Around Exposed Mandibular Dental Implant with Histomorphometric Analysis.
Clin Adv Periodontics. 2020 Jan 22.
Ibraheem AG, Blanchard SB.
The "Combo Technique": A Case Series Introducing the Use of a d-PTFE Membrane in Immediate Postextraction Guided Bone Regeneration.
J Oral Implantol. 2019 Dec;45(6):486-493.
Koidou VP, Chatzopoulos GS, Johnson D.
Regeneration of Peri-implantitis Infrabony Defects: Report on Three Cases.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Sep/Oct;39(5):615-621.
Wen SC, Huang WX, Wang HL.
Healing Dynamics Following Alveolar Ridge Preservation with Autologous Tooth Structure.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Sep/Oct;39(5):697-702.
Mazor Z, Horowitz RA, Prasad H, Kotsakis GA.
Periosteal Inhibition Technique for Alveolar Ridge Preservation as It Applies to Implant Therapy.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Sep/Oct;39(5):737-744.
Nguyen V, von Krockow N, Pouchet J, Weigl PM.
Alveolar ridge preservation with d-ptfe membrane a randomized controlled trial.
Int J Recent Sci Res. 10(09), pp.34658-34664.
Mohammed Sabe-Alarab, Hussein AL-Essa, Fawaz Jaber, Yaman Shomal and Jehad Kharfan.
A Proposal of Pseudo-periosteum Classification After GBR by Means of Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes or Titanium Meshes Plus Cross-Linked Collagen Membranes.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Jul/Aug;39(4):e157-e165.
Cucchi A, Sartori M, Aldini NN, Vignudelli E, Corinaldesi G.
Ridge Architecture Preservation Following Minimally Traumatic Exodontia Techniques and Guided Tissue Regeneration.
Implant Dent. 2019 Aug;28(4):319-328.
Faciola Pessôa de Oliveira PG, Pedroso Bergamo ET, Bordin D, Arbex L, Konrad D, Gil LF, Neiva R, Tovar N, Witek L, Coelho PG.
Management Of 80 Complications In Vertical And Horizontal Ridge Augmentation With Nonresorbable Membrane (d-PTFE): A Cross-Sectional Study.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2019 July/August;34(4):927–935.
Gallo P, Díaz-Báez D.
The Extraction Socket Management Continuum: A Hierarchical Approach to Dental Implant Site Development.
Clinical Advances in Periodontics, Vol. 9, No. 2, June 2019.
A Cheng, J Berridge, R McGary, K Erley, T Johnson.
Effectiveness of vertical ridge augmentation interventions: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
J Clin Periodontol. 2019 Jun;46 Suppl 21:319-339.
Urban I, Montero E, Monje A, Sanz-Sánchez I.
Buccal bone thickness adjacent to virtual dental implants following guided bone regeneration.
J Periodontol. 2019 Jun;90(6):595-607.
Phillips DJ, Swenson DT, Johnson TM.
Primary closure versus open membrane technique in augmentation of deficient alveolar ridges
Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg., Vol. 48, Supplement 1, 43, May 01, 2019.
N. Altiparmak Ss. Akdeniz
The influence of wound closure on graft stability: An in vitro comparison of different bone grafting techniques for the treatment of one-wall horizontal bone defects.
Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2019 Apr;21(2):284-291.
Mertens C, Braun S, Krisam J, Hoffmann J.
Retrospective Analysis of the Outcome of Ridge Preservation with Anorganic Bovine Bone Mineral: Marginal Bone Level at Implants Placed Following Healing of Grafted Extraction Sockets.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Jan/Feb;39(1):131-140.
Wu IH, Bakhshalian N, Galaustian R, Naini RB, Min S, Freire M, Zadeh HH.
A Case Series of Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using a Nonresorbable Membrane: A Multicenter Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Nov/Dec;38(6):811-816.
Mendoza-Azpur G, Gallo P, Mayta-Tovalino F, Alva R, Valdivia E.
Alveolar ridge preservation using a non-resorbable membrane: randomized clinical trial with biomolecular analysis.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2018 Nov;47(11):1465-1473.
D Mandarino, D Luz V Moraschini, D M Rodrigues, E S P Barboza.
A Histologic and Histomorphometric Retrospective Analysis of the Outcomes of Ridge Preservation Using Anorganic Bovine Bone Minerals and a Nonresorbable Membrane.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 September/October;38(5):637–644.
Min S, Freire M, Bakshallian N, Wu I, Zadeh HH.
Cytocone Procedure: Conservative Repair of a Buccal Plate Dehiscence in Preparation for Implant Placement.
Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2018 May;39(5):294-299.
Changi KK, Greenstein G.
Decision Tree for Vertical Ridge Augmentation.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Mar/Apr;38(2):269-275.
Plonka AB, Urban IA, Wang HL.
Tunnel Access for Guided Bone Regeneration in the Maxillary Anterior.
Clinical Advances in Periodontics. Vol 8. No 1. March 2018.
Johnson M, Baron D.
Effectiveness of Two Different Lingual Flap Advancing Techniques for Vertical Bone Augmentation in the Posterior Mandible: A Comparative, Split-Mouth Cadaver Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Jan/Feb;38(1):35-40.
Urban I, Traxler H, Romero-Bustillos M, Farkasdi S, Bartee B, Baksa G, Avila-Ortiz G.
Protocol for Maintaining Alveolar Ridge Volume in Molar Immediate Implant Sites.
Clinical Advances in Periodontics. November 2017, Vol. 7, No. 4, Pages 207-214.
Johnson TM, Berridge JP, Baron D.
Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration for a Single Missing Tooth Span with Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes: Clinical Considerations and Observations of 10 Consecutive Cases with up to 36 Months Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2017 Nov/Dec;37(6):893-899.
Herzberg R.
Safe New Approach to the Lingual Flap Management in Mandibular Augmentation Procedures: The Digitoclastic Technique.
Implant Dent. 2017 Oct;26(5):790-795.
Pistilli R, Checchi V, Sammartino G, Simion M, Felice P.
Principles for Vertical Ridge Augmentation in the Atrophic Posterior Mandible: A Technical Review.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2017 Sep/Oct;37(5):639-645.
Urban IA, Monje A, Lozada J, Wang HL
Histologic Evaluation of Wound Healing After Ridge Preservation With Cortical, Cancellous, and Combined Cortico-Cancellous Freeze-Dried Bone Allograft: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2017 Sep;88(9):860-868.
Demetter RS, Calahan BG, Mealey BL.
Alveolar Ridge Preservation Using Allografts and Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membranes With Open Membrane Technique in Unhealthy Extraction Socket.
J Oral Implantol. 2017 Aug;43(4):267-273.
Cheon GB, Kang KL, Yoo MK, Yu JA, Lee DW.
Ridge preservation/restoration using d-PTFE membranes.
Inspyred: The alternative EAO voice. Volume 6, Issue 1: Summer 2018.
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
Evaluation of complication rates and vertical bone gain after guided bone regeneration with non-resorbable membranes versus titanium meshes and resorbable membranes. A randomized clinical trial.
Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2017 Oct;19(5):821-832
Cucchi A, Vignudelli E, Napolitano A, Marchetti C, Corinaldesi G.
Management of the exposure of a dense PTFE (d-PTFE) membrane in guided bone regeneration (GBR): a case report.
Oral Implantol (Rome). 2017 Jul-Sep; 10(3): 335–342.
Ghensi P, Stablum W, Bettio E, Soldini MC, Tripi TR, Soldini C.
Clinical and 3-Dimensional Radiographic Evaluation of Autogenous Iliac Block Bone Grafting and Guided Bone Regeneration in Patients with Atrophic Maxilla.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2017 Apr;75(4):709-722.
Gultekin BA, Cansiz E, Borahan MO.
Extraction and Ridge Preservation Followed by Delayed Implant Placement of a Second Mandibular Molar with Proximity to the Inferior Alveolar Nerve.
Int J Dentistry Oral Sci. 4(3), 434-438.
Bronstein D, Garashi M, Kravchenko D.
Multi-site Ridge Preservation/ Reconstruction Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Dan Cullum, DDS
Ridge Preservation using Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, DDS, Ms, PhD, Chris Barwacz, DDS, FAGD
Alveolar Ridge Preservation with nc-HA and d-PTFE Membrane: A Clinical, Histologic, and Histomorphometric Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2017 Mar/Apr;37(2):283-290.
Laurito D, Lollobrigida M, Gianno F, Bosco S, Lamazza L, De Biase A.
Evaluation of Healing at Molar Extraction Sites With and Without Ridge Preservation: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2017 Mar;88(3):241-249.
Walker CJ, Prihoda TJ, Mealey BL, Lasho DJ, Noujeim M, Huynh-Ba G.
Renewed non-resorbable membranes - Bone augmentation techniques.
Dentista, February 2017.
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
Socket Preservation with d-PTFE Membrane: Histologic Analysis of the Newly Formed Matrix at Membrane Removal.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 Nov/Dec;36(6):877-883.
Laurito D, Cugnetto R, Lollobrigida M, Guerra F, Vestri A, Gianno F, Bosco S, Lamazza L, De Biase A.
Surgical Management of Significant Maxillary Anterior Vertical Ridge Defects.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 May-Jun;36(3):329-37.
Urban IA, Monje A, Nevins M, Nevins ML, Lozada JL, Wang HL.
Management of d-PTFE Membrane Exposure for Having Final Clinical Success.
J Oral Implantol. 2016 Jun;42(3):289-91.
Maridati PC, Cremonesi S, Fontana F, Cicciù M, Maiorana C.
A Novel Approach for the Coronal Advancement of the Buccal Flap.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Nov-Dec;35(6):795-801.
Ronda M, Stacchi C.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Anterior Atrophic Maxillae: A Case Series.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Sep-Oct;35(5):613-23.
Urban IA, Monje A, Wang HL.
Utilization of d-PTFE Barriers for Post-Extraction Bone Regeneration in Preparation for Dental Implants.
Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2015 Jul-Aug;36(7):465-73.
Greenstein G, Carpentieri JR.
Histomorphometric analysis of bone regeneration using a dual layer of membranes (dPTFE placed over collagen) in fresh extraction sites: a canine model.
J Oral Implantol. 2015 Apr;41(2):188-95.
Al-Hezaimi K, Iezzi G, Rudek I, Al-Daafas A, Al-Hamdan K, Al-Rasheed A, Javed F, Piattelli A, Wang HL.
Partial lateralization of the nasopalatine nerve at the incisive foramen for ridge augmentation in the anterior maxilla prior to placement of dental implants: a retrospective case series evaluating self-reported data and neurosensory testing.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Mar-Apr;35(2):169-77.
Urban I, Jovanovic SA, Buser D, Bornstein MM.
Histologic healing following tooth extraction with ridge preservation using mineralized versus combined mineralized-demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
J Periodontol. 2015 Mar;86(3):348-55.
Borg TD, Mealey BL.
The Creation of Attached Gingiva Immediately After Extraction - Bone augmentation procedure without wound closure.
Tandartspraktijk. January 2015.
Grundemann L, Vroom M.
Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration using Titanium-reinforced d-PTFE Membrane and Prehydrated Corticocancellous Bone Graft.
Open Dent J. 2014 Nov 14;8:194-200. (Article is open access)
Cucchi, Ghensi.
Bone regeneration around implants placed in fresh extraction sockets covered with a dual-layer PTFE/collagen membrane: an experimental study in dogs.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2014 Nov-Dec;34(6):849-55.
Tovar N, Jimbo R, Marin C, Witek L, Suzuki M, Bonfante EA, Coelho PG.
Coronal Advancement of the Lingual Flap.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Dr. Paolo Rossetti
Treatment of an Infected Exposure of a Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane in a Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration Procedure: A Protocol Proposal.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The Pros of the Staged Approach in Vertical Guided Bone and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Mandibular Atrophy.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Horizontal and Vertical Bone Augmentation with Titanium Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes: Case Series in 8 Patients.
Presented at the EAO in Rome Italy, September 25-27 2014
Cakir S., Gultekin B.A., Cinar I.C., Guven G., Saglanmak A., Karabuda Z.C., Yalcin S.
Longitudinal Implant Stability Measurements Based on Resonance Frequency Analysis After Placement in Healed or Regenerated Bone
J Oral Implantol. 2014 Aug;40(4):438-47.
Deli G, Petrone V, De Risi V, Tadic D, Zafiropoulos GG.
Evaluation of a dense polytetrafluoroethylene membrane to increase keratinized tissue: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
Implant Dent. 2014 Jun;23(3):289-94.
Barboza EP, Stutz B, Mandarino D, Rodrigues DM, Ferreira VF.
Expanded vs. dense polytetrafluoroethylene membranes in vertical ridge augmentation around dental implants: a prospective randomized controlled clinical trial.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2014 Jul;25(7):859-66.
Ronda M, Rebaudi A, Torelli L, Stacchi C.
Esthetic Rehabilitation of Anterior Teeth Following Traumatic Avulsion
Presented at the ITI World Symposium in Geneva, April 24 – 26, 2014
André CorreiaDMD, PhD , Manuel Neves DMD ; Zsolt Kovacs LDT
Vertical ridge augmentation with titanium-reinforced, dense-PTFE membranes and a combination of particulated autogenous bone and anorganic bovine bone-derived mineral: a prospective case series in 19 patients.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2014 Jan-Feb;29(1):185-93.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Jovanovic SA, Nagursky H, Nagy K.
Exposure of a dense PTFE Membrane in a GBR Procedure: Proposal of a Treatment Protocol.
Presented at the Italian Society of Osseointegration XXII International Congress in Milan Italy, February...
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Non-resorbable membranes.
Tandartspraktijk | Volume 35, 1, January 2014 | Bohn Stafleu van Loghum
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
High-density polytetrafluoroethylene membranes in guided bone and tissue regeneration procedures: a literature review.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2014 Jan;43(1):75-84.
Carbonell JM, Martin IS, Santos A, Pujol A, Sanz-Moliner JD, Nart J.
Efficacy of using a dual layer of membrane (dPTFE placed over collagen) for ridge preservation in fresh extraction sites: a micro-computed tomographic study in dogs.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2013 Oct;24(10):1152-7.
Al-Hezaimi K, Rudek I, Al-Hamdan KS, Javed F, Nooh N, Wang HL.
Surgical techniques for alveolar socket preservation: a systematic review.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2013 Jul-Aug;28(4):1049-61.
Vittorini Orgeas G, Clementini M, De Risi V, de Sanctis M.
Socket preservation and sinus augmentation using a medical grade calcium sulfate hemihydrate and mineralized irradiated cancellous bone allograft composite.
J Oral Implantol. 2013 Jun;39(3):363-71.
Bagoff R, Mamidwar S, Chesnoiu-Matei I, Ricci J, Alexander H, Tovar N.
Bone regeneration around immediate implants utilizing a dense polytetrafluoroethylene membrane without primary closure: A report of 3 cases.
J Oral Implantol. 2013;39:355-361
Waasdorp, J., Feldman, S.
Implant placement and immediate loading with fixed restorations in augmented sockets. Five year results. A case report.
J Oral Implantol. 2013; 39:372-379
Zafiropoulos GG, Deli G, Vittorini G, Hoffmann O,
Ridge augmentation with immediate implant placement using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Marco Ronda, DDS
Clinical Evaluation of Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures Using a dense-Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane. A Preliminary Report.
Presented at the SIO in Italy, 2012
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Horizontal and vertical ridge augmentation in localized alveolar deficient sites: A retrospective case series.
Implant Dent. 2012 Jun;21(3):175-185
Annibali S, Bignozzi I, Sammartino G, La Monaca G, Cristalli MP.
Secondary closure of an extraction socket using the double-membrane guided bone regeneration technique with immediate implant placement.
J Periodontal Implant Sci. 2011;41:253-258
Yun JH, Jun CM, Oh NS.
Immediate temporization of immediate implants in the esthetic zone: Evaluating survival and bone maintenance.
Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2011;32:52-62.
Levin B.
The effect of non-resorbable membrane on buccal bone healing at an immediate implant site: an experimental study in dogs.
Clin. Oral Impl. Res. 22, 2011; 289-294.
Park SY, Kye SB, Yang SM, Shin SY.
Immediate implant placement in fresh mandibular molar extraction socket: 8 year results.
J Oral Implantol. 2010;36(2):145-151.
Immediate implant placement in fresh mandibular molar extraction socket: 8 year results.
Minimally invasive alveolar ridge preservation/augmentation procedure (Open Barrier Membrane Technique)
Presented at the 2010 Research Forum Poster Session. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology...
Yamashita M, Horita S, Takei N, Sasada Y, Shibato W, Ishikawa Y, Takao K, Maki K, Funakoshi E.
Guided bone regeneration using two types of non-resorbable barrier membranes.
J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010;36:275-9.
Lee JY, Kim YK, Yun PY, Oh JS, Kim SG.
Single-tooth implant placement and loading in fresh and regenerated extraction sockets. Five-year results.
J Periodontol. 2010;81:604-15.
Zafiropoulos GG, Deli G, Bartee BK, Hoffman O.
The use of tenting screws with high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Guided bone regeneration using a high-density titaniumreinforced PTFE membrane and corticocancellous block graft
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Immediate implant placement and socket reconstruction using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Minimally Invasive Socket Reconstruction Using A High-Density Titanium-Reinforced Ptfe Membrane
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Extraction, immediate implant placement and guided bone regeneration using a flapless approach.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
A dual-layer membrane technique for immediate implant placement in the esthetic zone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Guided bone regeneration using nonexpanded polytetrafluoroethylene membranes in preparation for dental implant placements- A report of 420 cases.
Implant Dent. 2010;19:2-7
Barboza EP, Stutz B, Ferreira VF, Carvalho W.
Mandibular molar root resection versus implant therapy: A retrospective nonrandomized study.
J Oral Implantol. 2009;35:52-62.
Zafiropoulos GG, Hoffmann O, Kasaj A, Willershausen B, Deli G, Tatakis DN.
Comparison of dermal matrix and polytetrafluoroethylene membrane for socket bone augmentation: A clinical and histologic study.
J Periodontol. 2009;80:776-785.
Fotek PD, Neiva RF, Wang HL.
Soft tissue enhancement using non-expanded PTFE membranes without primary closure.
Presented at the 2008 Research Forum Poster Session. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology...
Barboza EP, Francisco BS, Ferreira VF.
Alveolar bone preservation in extraction sockets using non-resorbable dPTFE membranes: A retrospective non-randomized study.
J Periodontol. 2008;79:1355-1369.
Hoffman O, Bartee BK, Beaumont C, Kasaj A, Deli G, Zafiropoulos GG.
Using a dense PTFE membrane without primary closure to achieve bone and tissue regeneration.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2007;65:748-752.
Barber HD, Lignelli J, Smith BM, Bartee BK.
Healing Pattern of Bone Defects Covered by Different Membrane Types—A Histologic Study in the Porcine Mandible
J Biomed Mater Res B Appl Biomater. 2006 Jul;78(1):35-46.
Strietzel FP, Khongkhunthian P, Khattiya R, Patchanee P, Reichart PA.
Comparison of porous and non-porous teflon membranes plus a xenograft in the treatment of vertical osseous defects: A clinical reentry study.
J Periodontol. 2003;74:1161-1168.
Walters SP, Greenwell H, Hill M, Drisko C, Pickman K, Scheetz JP.
Extraction site reconstruction for alveolar ridge preservation. Part 2: Membrane-assisted surgical technique.
J Oral Implantol. 2001;27:194-197.
Bartee BK.
Extraction site reconstruction for alveolar ridge preservation. Part 1: Rationale and material selection.
J Oral Implantol. 2001;27:187-193.
Bartee BK.
A comparison of porous and non-porous teflon membranes plus demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft in the treatment of class II buccal/lingual furcation defects: A clinical reentry study.
J Periodontol. 2001;72:1580-1587.
Lamb JW III, Greenwell H, Drisko C, Henderson RD, Scheetz JP, Rebitski G.
Evaluation of a new polytetrafluoroethylene guided tissue regeneration membrane in healing extraction sites.
Compend Contin Educ Dent. 1998;19:1256-1264.
Bartee BK.
Evaluation of a high-density polytetrafluoroethylene (n-PTFE) membrane as a barrier material to facilitate guided bone regeneration in the rat mandible.
J Oral Implantol. 1995;21:88-95.
Bartee BK, Carr JA.
No posts found
Collagen Membranes
Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration of the Posterior Mandible to Allow Implant Placement: 1-Year Prospective Study Results.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2025 Jan;36(1):100-116.
Lorenz J, Ghanaati S, Aleksic Z, Milinkovic I, Lazic Z, Magić M, Wessing B, Grotenclos RS, Merli M, Mariotti G, Bressan E, De Stavola L, Sader R.
Clinical efficacy in the treatment of critical defects of the alveoloar process using cortical bone allografts.
Periodoncia Clinica. 02. 2021/19.
Erik Regidor, Sergio Morante, Ramon Lorenzo, Esperanza Gross, Alberto Ortiz-Vigon.
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Clinical, histological and histomorphometrical evaluation of a new porcine xenograft utilized in bone augmentation procedures: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Keratinized tissue augmentation carried out during the healing period of mandibular guided bone regeneration procedures performed with the use of resorbable membranes: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Histomorphometric analysis of bone regeneration using a dual layer of membranes (dPTFE placed over collagen) in fresh extraction sites: a canine model.
J Oral Implantol. 2015 Apr;41(2):188-95.
Al-Hezaimi K, Iezzi G, Rudek I, Al-Daafas A, Al-Hamdan K, Al-Rasheed A, Javed F, Piattelli A, Wang HL.
Bone regeneration around implants placed in fresh extraction sockets covered with a dual-layer PTFE/collagen membrane: an experimental study in dogs.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2014 Nov-Dec;34(6):849-55.
Tovar N, Jimbo R, Marin C, Witek L, Suzuki M, Bonfante EA, Coelho PG.
Treatment of an Infected Exposure of a Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane in a Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration Procedure: A Protocol Proposal.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The Pros of the Staged Approach in Vertical Guided Bone and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Mandibular Atrophy.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Exposure of a dense PTFE Membrane in a GBR Procedure: Proposal of a Treatment Protocol.
Presented at the Italian Society of Osseointegration XXII International Congress in Milan Italy, February...
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Efficacy of using a dual layer of membrane (dPTFE placed over collagen) for ridge preservation in fresh extraction sites: a micro-computed tomographic study in dogs.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2013 Oct;24(10):1152-7.
Al-Hezaimi K, Rudek I, Al-Hamdan KS, Javed F, Nooh N, Wang HL.
Guided Bone Regeneration in Long-Bone Defects with a Structural Hydroxyapatite Graft and Collagen Membrane.
Tissue Eng Part A. 2013 Sep;19(17-18):1879-88. doi: 10.1089/ten.TEA.2012.0057. Epub 2012 Sep 14.
Guda T, Walker JA, Singleton BM, Hernandez JW, Son JS, Kim SG, Oh DS, Appleford MR, Ong JL, Wenke JC.
Evaluation of collagen-based membranes for guided bone regeneration, by three-dimensional computerized microtomography.
Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2012 Oct;114(4):437-43.
Coelho PG, Giro G, Kim W, Granato R, Marin C, Bonfante EA, Bonfante S, Lilin T, Suzuki M.
Bone Morphometric Evaluation around Immediately Placed Implants Covered with Porcine-Derived Pericardium Membrane: An Experimental Study in Dogs.
Int J Biomater. 2012;2012:279167.
Jimbo R, Marin C, Witek L, Suzuki M, Tovar N, Chesnoiu-Matei I, Dragan IF, Coelho PG.
Secondary closure of an extraction socket using the double-membrane guided bone regeneration technique with immediate implant placement.
J Periodontal Implant Sci. 2011;41:253-258
Yun JH, Jun CM, Oh NS.
Guided Bone Regeneration Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane, Platelet-rich Plasma And Allogeneic Bone Putty
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
A dual-layer membrane technique for immediate implant placement in the esthetic zone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Implant Site Development Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane And Allogeneic Bone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
No posts found
Ridge Augmentation Mesh
Impact of Collagen Membrane in Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using Ti-Reinforced PTFE Mesh: A Randomised Controlled Trial
J Clin Periodontol. 2025 Feb 14.
Urban IA, Serroni M, Dias DR, Baráth Z, Forster A, Araújo TG, Saleh MHA, Cucchi A, Ravidà A.
Simultaneous Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Periodontal Regenerative Therapy Leveraging Recombinant Human Platelet-Derived Growth Factor-BB (rhPDGF-BB): A Case Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2022 September/October;42(5):577–585.
Urban IA, Tattan M, Ravida A, Saleh MH, Tavelli L, Avila-Ortiz G.
Vertical bone augmentation utilizing a titanium-reinforced PTFE mesh: A multi-variate analysis of influencing factors.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2021 Jul;32(7):828-839.
Urban IA, Saleh MHA, Ravidà A, Forster A, Wang HL, Barath Z.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using Reinforced PTFE Mesh Versus Customized Titanium Mesh. Preliminary Results Of A Randomized Clinical Trial.
Poster presented at the 2020 IAO in Milan Italy.
Bettini S, Rengo C, Fiorino A, Cucchi A.
Effectiveness of vertical ridge augmentation interventions: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
J Clin Periodontol. 2019 Jun;46 Suppl 21:319-339.
Urban I, Montero E, Monje A, Sanz-Sánchez I.
No posts found
Collagen Wound Dressing
Patient Reported Outcomes of Palatal Donor Site Healing Using Four Different Wound Dressings Modalities Following Free Epithelialized Mucosal Grafts: A Four-Arm Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2022 Jun 26.
Basma HS, Saleh MHA, Arraj RVA, Imbrogno M, Ravida A, Wang HL, Li P, Geurs N.
No posts found
Allograft Bone Substitutes
Long-term preservation of ridge dimension following tooth extraction and ridge preservation: A randomized controlled trial of healing at 4-month and 12-month healing time points.
J Periodontol. 2022 Aug;93(8):1183-1190.
Allen HT, Zellner JW, Kotsakis GA, Mealey BL.
Evaluation of a Minimally Invasive Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction Approach in Postextraction Dehiscence Defects: A Case Series.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 May-Jun;41(3):335-345.
Antonious M, Couso-Queiruga E, Barwacz C, González-Martín O, Avila-Ortiz G.
A randomized controlled trial on the impact of healing time on wound healing following ridge preservation using a 70%/30% combination of mineralized and demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft.
J Periodontol. 2020 Oct;91(10):1256-1263.
Nelson AC, Mealey BL.
A Proposal of Pseudo-periosteum Classification After GBR by Means of Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes or Titanium Meshes Plus Cross-Linked Collagen Membranes.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Jul/Aug;39(4):e157-e165.
Cucchi A, Sartori M, Aldini NN, Vignudelli E, Corinaldesi G.
Histologic Evaluation of Wound Healing After Ridge Preservation With Cortical, Cancellous, and Combined Cortico-Cancellous Freeze-Dried Bone Allograft: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2017 Sep;88(9):860-868.
Demetter RS, Calahan BG, Mealey BL.
Histologic healing following tooth extraction with ridge preservation using mineralized versus combined mineralized-demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
J Periodontol. 2015 Mar;86(3):348-55.
Borg TD, Mealey BL.
The Pros of the Staged Approach in Vertical Guided Bone and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Mandibular Atrophy.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Exposure of a dense PTFE Membrane in a GBR Procedure: Proposal of a Treatment Protocol.
Presented at the Italian Society of Osseointegration XXII International Congress in Milan Italy, February...
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Immediate implant placement and socket reconstruction using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Minimally Invasive Socket Reconstruction Using A High-Density Titanium-Reinforced Ptfe Membrane
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
No posts found
Xenograft Bone Substitutes
Histomorphometry of Bone after Intentionally Exposed Non-Resorbable d-PTFE Membrane or Guided Bone Regeneration for the Treatment of Post-Extractive Alveolar Bone Defects with Implant-Supported Restorations: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
Materials. 2022; 15(17):5838.
Luongo R, Tallarico M, Canciani E, Graziano D, Dellavia C, Gargari M, Ceruso FM, Melodia D, Canullo L.
Ridge Preservation Following Tooth Extraction Using Bovine Xenograft Compared to Porcine Xenograft. A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2020 Mar;91(3):361-368.
Lai VJ, Michalek JE, Liu Q, Mealey BL.
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Clinical, histological and histomorphometrical evaluation of a new porcine xenograft utilized in bone augmentation procedures: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Keratinized tissue augmentation carried out during the healing period of mandibular guided bone regeneration procedures performed with the use of resorbable membranes: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Multi-site Ridge Preservation/ Reconstruction Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Dan Cullum, DDS
Ridge Preservation using Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, DDS, Ms, PhD, Chris Barwacz, DDS, FAGD
No posts found
Alloplast Synthetic Bone Substitutes
Maxillary Sinus Augmentation Using Hydraulic Pressure by Lateral Approach and Simultaneous Implant Placement: Clinicoradiographic Study.
Implant Dent. 2019 Oct;28(5):514-519.
Bhandari S, Thomas R, Kumar T, Shah R, Mehta DS.
Clinical and radiographic evaluation and comparison of bioactive bone alloplast morsels when used alone and in combination with platelet-rich fibrin in the treatment of periodontal intrabony defects-A randomized controlled trial.
J Periodontol. 2019 Jun;90(6):584-594.
Bodhare GH, Kolte AP, Kolte RA, Shirke PY.
Osseodensification Crestal Sinus Floor Elevation with or without Synthetic and Resorbable Calcium Phosphosilicate Putty.
Presented at 2017 EAO Congress, Madrid
Rodrigo Neiva, D.D.S, M.S., Bruna Tanello, D.D.S., Wagner Duarte, D.D.S., PhD, Fred Silva D.D.S., Srinivas Katta, D.D.S., Salah Huwais, D.D.S.
Alveolar ridge preservation with the socket-plug technique utilizing an alloplastic putty bone substitute or a particulate xenograft: a histological pilot study.
J Oral Implantol. 2015 Apr;41(2):178-83.
Mahesh L, Venkataraman N, Shukla S, Prasad H, Kotsakis GA.
Evaluation of the bone regeneration potential of bioactive glass in implant site development surgeries: a systematic review of the literature.
Clin Oral Investig. 2015 Mar;19(2):181-91
Ioannou AL, Kotsakis GA, Kumar T, Hinrichs JE, Romanos G.
A simplified approach to the minimally invasive antral membrane elevation technique utilizing a viscoelastic medium for hydraulic sinus floor elevation.
Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2015 Mar;19(1):97-101.
Kotsakis GA, Mazor Z.
Clinical evaluation of 262 osseointegrated implants placed in sites grafted with calcium phosphosilicate putty: a retrospective study.
J Oral Implantol. 2015 Feb;41(1):63-9.
Babbush CA, Kanawati A.
No posts found
Non-Absorbable Sutures
Comparison between tensile characteristics of various suture materials with two suture techniques: an in vitro study.
Clin Oral Investig. 2021 Apr 14.
Taysi AE, Ercal P, Sismanoglu S.
Guided bone regeneration in staged vertical and horizontal bone augmentation using platelet-rich fibrin associated with bone grafts: a retrospective clinical study.
Int J Implant Dent. 2020 Oct 17;6(1):72.
Amaral Valladão CA Jr, Freitas Monteiro M, Joly JC.
A randomized controlled trial on the impact of healing time on wound healing following ridge preservation using a 70%/30% combination of mineralized and demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft.
J Periodontol. 2020 Oct;91(10):1256-1263.
Nelson AC, Mealey BL.
A Case Series of Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using a Nonresorbable Membrane: A Multicenter Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Nov/Dec;38(6):811-816.
Mendoza-Azpur G, Gallo P, Mayta-Tovalino F, Alva R, Valdivia E.
Multi-site Ridge Preservation/ Reconstruction Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Dan Cullum, DDS
Ridge Preservation using Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
Gustavo Avila-Ortiz, DDS, Ms, PhD, Chris Barwacz, DDS, FAGD
Physical and Mechanical Evaluation of Five Suture Materials on Three Knot Configurations: An in Vitro Study.
Polymers; 2016, 8(4), 147.
Desire Abellán, José Nart, Andrés Pascual, Robert E. Cohen, Javier D. Sanz-Moliner.
Vertical Bone Grafting and Periosteal Vertical Mattress Suture for the Fixation of Resorbable Membranes and Stabilization of Particulate Grafts in Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration to Achieve More Predictable Results: A Technical Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 Mar-Apr;36(2):153-9.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Wessing B, Suárez-López del Amo F, Wang HL.
Treatment of an Infected Exposure of a Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane in a Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration Procedure: A Protocol Proposal.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Suturing for optimal soft-tissue management.
J Oral Implantol. 2009;35:82-90.
Silverstein LH, Kurtzman GM, Shatz PC.
Suturing principles: Preserving needle edges during dental suturing.
PPAD 2005;17:562-564.
Silverstein LH.
No posts found
Absorbable Sutures
Vertical Ridge Augmentation Around Dental Implants With the Use of a Dense PTFE Membrane to Correct Previously Failed Augmentations.
Clin Adv Periodontics. 2021 Sep 23.
Soldatos N, Garcia M, Umoh E, Irizarry A, Weltman R.
Physical and Mechanical Evaluation of Five Suture Materials on Three Knot Configurations: An in Vitro Study.
Polymers; 2016, 8(4), 147.
Desire Abellán, José Nart, Andrés Pascual, Robert E. Cohen, Javier D. Sanz-Moliner.
Vertical Bone Grafting and Periosteal Vertical Mattress Suture for the Fixation of Resorbable Membranes and Stabilization of Particulate Grafts in Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration to Achieve More Predictable Results: A Technical Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 Mar-Apr;36(2):153-9.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Wessing B, Suárez-López del Amo F, Wang HL.
The use of tenting screws with high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
No posts found
Fixation & Tenting Systems
Guided bone regeneration in staged vertical and horizontal bone augmentation using platelet-rich fibrin associated with bone grafts: a retrospective clinical study.
Int J Implant Dent. 2020 Oct 17;6(1):72.
Amaral Valladão CA Jr, Freitas Monteiro M, Joly JC.
Clinical efficacy in the treatment of critical defects of the alveoloar process using cortical bone allografts.
Periodoncia Clinica. 02. 2021/19.
Erik Regidor, Sergio Morante, Ramon Lorenzo, Esperanza Gross, Alberto Ortiz-Vigon.
Vertical ridge augmentation (VRA) with the use of a cross-linked resorbable membrane, tenting screws, and a combination grafting technique: a report of three cases.
Quintessence Int. 2020 Oct 28:2-13.
Soldatos N, Al Ramli R, Nelson-Rabe L, Fergusson B, Soldatos K, Weltman R.
A Proposal of Pseudo-periosteum Classification After GBR by Means of Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes or Titanium Meshes Plus Cross-Linked Collagen Membranes.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Jul/Aug;39(4):e157-e165.
Cucchi A, Sartori M, Aldini NN, Vignudelli E, Corinaldesi G.
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Lateral alveolar ridge augmentation using tenting screws, acellular dermal matrix, and freeze-dried bone allograft alone or with particulate autogenous bone.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Jan-Feb;35(1):75-83.
Caldwell GR, Mills MP, Finlayson R, Mealey BL.
Exposure of a dense PTFE Membrane in a GBR Procedure: Proposal of a Treatment Protocol.
Presented at the Italian Society of Osseointegration XXII International Congress in Milan Italy, February...
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Intra-oral bone harvesting: two methods compared using histological and histomorphometric assessments.
Clin Oral Impl. Res. 2011 Jun;22(6):600-5
Bacci C, Lucchiari N, Valente M, Della Barbera M, Frigo AC, Berengo M.
Sinus graft with Safescraper: 5-year results.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2011; Feb;69(2):482-90.
Caubet J, Petzold C, Sáez-Torres C, Morey M, Iriarte JI, Sánchez J, Torres JJ, Ramis JM, Monjo M.
Maxillary sinus floor augmentation and simultaneous implant placement using locally harvested autogenous bone chips and bone debris.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010;68:837-844.
Johansson LA, Isaksson S, Lindh C, Becktor J, Sennerby L.
Maxillary sinus augmentation with autologous bone harvested from the lateral maxillary wall combined with bovine-derived hydroxyapatite.
Clin Oral Impl. Res. 2010 Apr 1;21(4):430-8.
de Vicente JC, Herna ́ndez-Vallejo G, Bran ̃a-Abascal P, Pen ̃ a I.
GBR and autogenous cortical bone particulate by bone scraper for alveolar ridge augmentation: A 2 case report.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2008;23:111-116.
Trombelli L, Farina R, Marzola A, Itro A, Calura G.
Sinus elevation by in situ utilization of bone scrapers: technique and results.
Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2007 Nov 1;12(7):E537-41.
Martos-Díaz P, Naval-Gías L, Sastre-Pérez J, González-García R, Bances- del Castillo F, Mancha-de la Plata M, Galindo-Moreno P, Muñoz-Guerra M.
A novel bone scraper for intraoral harvesting: A device for filling small bone defects.
Clin Oral Implants Res 2007;18:525-533.
Zaffe D, D'Avenia F.
Effect of Autogenous Cortical Bone Particulate in Conjunction With Enamel Matrix Derivative in the Treatment of Periodontal Intraosseous Defects.
Guida L, Annunziata M, Belardo S, Farina R, Scabbia A, Trombelli L.
Autogenous bone graft in conjunction with enamel matrix derivative in the treatment of deep periodontal intra-osseous defects: a report of 13 consecutively treated patients.
Trombelli L, Annunziata M, Belardo S, Farina R, Scabbia A, Guida L.
No posts found
Bone Harvesting Instruments
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Clinical, histological and histomorphometrical evaluation of a new porcine xenograft utilized in bone augmentation procedures: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The Pros of the Staged Approach in Vertical Guided Bone and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Mandibular Atrophy.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Ridge augmentation with immediate implant placement using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Marco Ronda, DDS
Clinical Evaluation of Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures Using a dense-Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane. A Preliminary Report.
Presented at the SIO in Italy, 2012
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The use of tenting screws with high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Guided bone regeneration using a high-density titaniumreinforced PTFE membrane and corticocancellous block graft
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Immediate implant placement and socket reconstruction using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Minimally Invasive Socket Reconstruction Using A High-Density Titanium-Reinforced Ptfe Membrane
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Guided Bone Regeneration Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane, Platelet-rich Plasma And Allogeneic Bone Putty
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Extraction, immediate implant placement and guided bone regeneration using a flapless approach.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Implant Site Development Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane And Allogeneic Bone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Suturing for optimal soft-tissue management.
J Oral Implantol. 2009;35:82-90.
Silverstein LH, Kurtzman GM, Shatz PC.
Soft tissue enhancement using non-expanded PTFE membranes without primary closure.
Presented at the 2008 Research Forum Poster Session. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology...
Barboza EP, Francisco BS, Ferreira VF.
Suturing principles: Preserving needle edges during dental suturing.
PPAD 2005;17:562-564.
Silverstein LH.
No posts found
Soft Tissue Allograft
Evaluating the Efficacy of Micro-cut Design Allografts in Treating Multiple Gingival Recession Defects: A Case Series
Presented at the 2025 Research Forum Poster Session. EuroPerio Congress in Vienna Austria May 14-17,...
Tao, CY
Root coverage using a microsurfaced acellular dermal matrix: A retrospective case series
Wu Y-C, Cheng G-L, Rotenberg S. Clin Adv Periodontics. 2025;1-11.
No posts found
Implant Site Development and Extraction Site Grafting Technique Manual
Clinical Case Report Brochure
Ridge Preservation
Posters
Published Case Series
Published Studies
Unpublished Case Reports
Radiographic Analysis of Ridge Augmentations Using Titanium Mesh and Titanium-Reinforced Polytetrafluoroethylene Membranes
J Oral Implantol. 2025 Aug 8;51(4):337-345.
Elnakka L, Golob Deeb J, Carrico CK, Jadhav A, Vaddi A, Deeb GR.
Simple-Challenging-Difficult (SCD) Difficulty Classification for Vertical Bone Augmentation
J Esthet Restor Dent. 2025 Jan;37(1):178-186
Hsu CH, Chen Z, Urban IA, Wang HL.
Volumetric Evaluation of Alveolar Ridge Preservation Using Dense PTFE (d-PTFE) Membranes Intentionally Exposed to the Oral Cavity After Immediate Implant Placement—A Retrospective Study
January 2025. Dentistry Journal13(2):58
Dayube U, Asbi T, Formiga M, et al.
Effects of intentional early dense-polytetrafluoroethylene membrane removal on vertical ridge augmentation
Clin Adv Periodontics. 2024 Jun 10.
Belleggia F.
Clinical Classification of Healing Complications and Management in Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures with a Nonresorbable d-PTFE Membrane
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2022 May-Jun;42(3):419-427.
Vroom MG, Gründemann LJ, Gallo P.
Histomorphometry of Bone after Intentionally Exposed Non-Resorbable d-PTFE Membrane or Guided Bone Regeneration for the Treatment of Post-Extractive Alveolar Bone Defects with Implant-Supported Restorations: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
Materials. 2022; 15(17):5838.
Luongo R, Tallarico M, Canciani E, Graziano D, Dellavia C, Gargari M, Ceruso FM, Melodia D, Canullo L.
Long-term preservation of ridge dimension following tooth extraction and ridge preservation: A randomized controlled trial of healing at 4-month and 12-month healing time points.
J Periodontol. 2022 Aug;93(8):1183-1190.
Allen HT, Zellner JW, Kotsakis GA, Mealey BL.
Patient Reported Outcomes of Palatal Donor Site Healing Using Four Different Wound Dressings Modalities Following Free Epithelialized Mucosal Grafts: A Four-Arm Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2022 Jun 26.
Basma HS, Saleh MHA, Arraj RVA, Imbrogno M, Ravida A, Wang HL, Li P, Geurs N.
Postextraction ridge preservation by using dense PTFE membranes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
J Prosthet Dent. 2022 Apr 8:S0022-3913(22)00151-2.
Chatzopoulos GS, Koidou VP, Sonnenberger M, Johnson D, Chu H, Wolff LF.
Peri-implant diseases: Current understanding and management.
Int J Oral Implantol (Berl). 2021 Aug 20;14(3):263-282.
Barootchi S, Wang HL.
Evaluation of a Minimally Invasive Alveolar Ridge Reconstruction Approach in Postextraction Dehiscence Defects: A Case Series.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 May-Jun;41(3):335-345.
Antonious M, Couso-Queiruga E, Barwacz C, González-Martín O, Avila-Ortiz G.
Evaluation of healing at molar extraction sites with ridge preservation using a non-resorbable dense polytetrafluoroethylene membrane: A four-arm cohort prospective study.
Clin Exp Dent Res. 2021 Jun 6. Epub ahead of print.
Al Hugail AM, Mealey BL, Walker C, Al Harthi S, Duong M, Noujeim M, Lasho DJ, Prihoda TJ, Huynh-Ba G.
A randomized controlled trial on the impact of healing time on wound healing following ridge preservation using a 70%/30% combination of mineralized and demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft.
J Periodontol. 2020 Oct;91(10):1256-1263.
Nelson AC, Mealey BL.
Efficacy of Alveolar Ridge Preservation: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
J Dent Res. 2020 Apr;99(4):402-409.
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Ridge preservation/restoration using d-PTFE membranes.
Inspyred: The alternative EAO voice. Volume 6, Issue 1: Summer 2018.
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Extraction and Ridge Preservation Followed by Delayed Implant Placement of a Second Mandibular Molar with Proximity to the Inferior Alveolar Nerve.
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Multi-site Ridge Preservation/ Reconstruction Porcine Xenograft and dPTFE Membrane.
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Alveolar Ridge Preservation with nc-HA and d-PTFE Membrane: A Clinical, Histologic, and Histomorphometric Study.
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Renewed non-resorbable membranes - Bone augmentation techniques.
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Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2015 Jul-Aug;36(7):465-73.
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Mahesh L, Venkataraman N, Shukla S, Prasad H, Kotsakis GA.
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Clinical evaluation of 262 osseointegrated implants placed in sites grafted with calcium phosphosilicate putty: a retrospective study.
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The Creation of Attached Gingiva Immediately After Extraction - Bone augmentation procedure without wound closure.
Tandartspraktijk. January 2015.
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Tovar N, Jimbo R, Marin C, Witek L, Suzuki M, Bonfante EA, Coelho PG.
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Deli G, Petrone V, De Risi V, Tadic D, Zafiropoulos GG.
Evaluation of a dense polytetrafluoroethylene membrane to increase keratinized tissue: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
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Barboza EP, Stutz B, Mandarino D, Rodrigues DM, Ferreira VF.
Non-resorbable membranes.
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Vroom M, Grundemann L.
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Carbonell JM, Martin IS, Santos A, Pujol A, Sanz-Moliner JD, Nart J.
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Vittorini Orgeas G, Clementini M, De Risi V, de Sanctis M.
Socket preservation and sinus augmentation using a medical grade calcium sulfate hemihydrate and mineralized irradiated cancellous bone allograft composite.
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Bagoff R, Mamidwar S, Chesnoiu-Matei I, Ricci J, Alexander H, Tovar N.
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Waasdorp, J., Feldman, S.
Implant placement and immediate loading with fixed restorations in augmented sockets. Five year results. A case report.
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Zafiropoulos GG, Deli G, Vittorini G, Hoffmann O,
Clinical Evaluation of Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures Using a dense-Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane. A Preliminary Report.
Presented at the SIO in Italy, 2012
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Bone Morphometric Evaluation around Immediately Placed Implants Covered with Porcine-Derived Pericardium Membrane: An Experimental Study in Dogs.
Int J Biomater. 2012;2012:279167.
Jimbo R, Marin C, Witek L, Suzuki M, Tovar N, Chesnoiu-Matei I, Dragan IF, Coelho PG.
Secondary closure of an extraction socket using the double-membrane guided bone regeneration technique with immediate implant placement.
J Periodontal Implant Sci. 2011;41:253-258
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Immediate temporization of immediate implants in the esthetic zone: Evaluating survival and bone maintenance.
Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2011;32:52-62.
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The effect of non-resorbable membrane on buccal bone healing at an immediate implant site: an experimental study in dogs.
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Park SY, Kye SB, Yang SM, Shin SY.
Immediate implant placement in fresh mandibular molar extraction socket: 8 year results.
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Immediate implant placement in fresh mandibular molar extraction socket: 8 year results.
Guided bone regeneration using two types of non-resorbable barrier membranes.
J Korean Assoc Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010;36:275-9.
Lee JY, Kim YK, Yun PY, Oh JS, Kim SG.
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Immediate implant placement and socket reconstruction using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Minimally Invasive Socket Reconstruction Using A High-Density Titanium-Reinforced Ptfe Membrane
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Extraction, immediate implant placement and guided bone regeneration using a flapless approach.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
A dual-layer membrane technique for immediate implant placement in the esthetic zone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Implant Site Development Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane And Allogeneic Bone.
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
Guided bone regeneration using nonexpanded polytetrafluoroethylene membranes in preparation for dental implant placements- A report of 420 cases.
Implant Dent. 2010;19:2-7
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Mandibular molar root resection versus implant therapy: A retrospective nonrandomized study.
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Soft tissue enhancement using non-expanded PTFE membranes without primary closure.
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Alveolar bone preservation in extraction sockets using non-resorbable dPTFE membranes: A retrospective non-randomized study.
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Hoffman O, Bartee BK, Beaumont C, Kasaj A, Deli G, Zafiropoulos GG.
A novel bone scraper for intraoral harvesting: A device for filling small bone defects.
Clin Oral Implants Res 2007;18:525-533.
Zaffe D, D'Avenia F.
Using a dense PTFE membrane without primary closure to achieve bone and tissue regeneration.
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Barber HD, Lignelli J, Smith BM, Bartee BK.
Extraction site reconstruction for alveolar ridge preservation. Part 2: Membrane-assisted surgical technique.
J Oral Implantol. 2001;27:194-197.
Bartee BK.
Extraction site reconstruction for alveolar ridge preservation. Part 1: Rationale and material selection.
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Evaluation of a new polytetrafluoroethylene guided tissue regeneration membrane in healing extraction sites.
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Clin Oral Implants Res. 2025 Jan;36(1):100-116.
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Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2022 May-Jun;42(3):419-427.
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Simultaneous Alveolar Ridge Augmentation and Periodontal Regenerative Therapy Leveraging Recombinant Human Platelet-Derived Growth Factor-BB (rhPDGF-BB): A Case Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2022 September/October;42(5):577–585.
Urban IA, Tattan M, Ravida A, Saleh MH, Tavelli L, Avila-Ortiz G.
Histomorphometry of Bone after Intentionally Exposed Non-Resorbable d-PTFE Membrane or Guided Bone Regeneration for the Treatment of Post-Extractive Alveolar Bone Defects with Implant-Supported Restorations: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial.
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Luongo R, Tallarico M, Canciani E, Graziano D, Dellavia C, Gargari M, Ceruso FM, Melodia D, Canullo L.
Patient Reported Outcomes of Palatal Donor Site Healing Using Four Different Wound Dressings Modalities Following Free Epithelialized Mucosal Grafts: A Four-Arm Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial.
J Periodontol. 2022 Jun 26.
Basma HS, Saleh MHA, Arraj RVA, Imbrogno M, Ravida A, Wang HL, Li P, Geurs N.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation Around Dental Implants With the Use of a Dense PTFE Membrane to Correct Previously Failed Augmentations.
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Soldatos N, Garcia M, Umoh E, Irizarry A, Weltman R.
Peri-implant diseases: Current understanding and management.
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Barootchi S, Wang HL.
Vertical bone augmentation utilizing a titanium-reinforced PTFE mesh: A multi-variate analysis of influencing factors.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2021 Jul;32(7):828-839.
Urban IA, Saleh MHA, Ravidà A, Forster A, Wang HL, Barath Z.
Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane versus Titanium Mesh in Vertical Ridge Augmentation: Clinical and Histological Results of a Split-mouth Prospective Study.
J Contemp Dent Pract 2021; 22 (5):465-472.
Maiorana C, Fontana F, dal Polo MR, Pieroni S, Ferrantino L, Poli PP, Simion M.
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Clin Oral Investig. 2021 May;25(5):2969-2980.
Windisch P, Orban K, Salvi GE, Sculean A, Molnar B.
Inter-Implant Papilla Reconstruction via a Bone and Soft Tissue Augmentation: A Case Report with a Long-Term Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2021 Nov-Dec;41(2):169-175.
Urban IA, Barootchi S, Tavelli L, Wang HL.
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Erik Regidor, Sergio Morante, Ramon Lorenzo, Esperanza Gross, Alberto Ortiz-Vigon.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using Reinforced PTFE Mesh Versus Customized Titanium Mesh. Preliminary Results Of A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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Bettini S, Rengo C, Fiorino A, Cucchi A.
Guided Bone Regeneration with Nonresorbable Membranes in the Rehabilitation of Partially Edentulous Atrophic Arches: A Retrospective Study on 122 Implants with a 3- to 7-Year Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. Sep/Oct 2020;40(5):685-692.
Pistilli R, Simion M, Barausse C, Gasparro R, Pistilli V, Bellini P, Felice P.
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Quintessence Int. 2020 Oct 28:2-13.
Soldatos N, Al Ramli R, Nelson-Rabe L, Fergusson B, Soldatos K, Weltman R.
Vertical ridge augmentation (VRA) with Ti-reinforced d-PTFE membranes or Ti meshes and collagen membranes: 1-year results of a randomized clinical trial.
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Clin Adv Periodontics. 2020 Jan 22.
Ibraheem AG, Blanchard SB.
Regeneration of Peri-implantitis Infrabony Defects: Report on Three Cases.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Sep/Oct;39(5):615-621.
Wen SC, Huang WX, Wang HL.
A Proposal of Pseudo-periosteum Classification After GBR by Means of Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes or Titanium Meshes Plus Cross-Linked Collagen Membranes.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2019 Jul/Aug;39(4):e157-e165.
Cucchi A, Sartori M, Aldini NN, Vignudelli E, Corinaldesi G.
Management Of 80 Complications In Vertical And Horizontal Ridge Augmentation With Nonresorbable Membrane (d-PTFE): A Cross-Sectional Study.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2019 July/August;34(4):927–935.
Gallo P, Díaz-Báez D.
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Urban I, Montero E, Monje A, Sanz-Sánchez I.
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Clinical, histological and histomorphometrical evaluation of a new porcine xenograft utilized in bone augmentation procedures: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Keratinized tissue augmentation carried out during the healing period of mandibular guided bone regeneration procedures performed with the use of resorbable membranes: a case series.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The influence of wound closure on graft stability: An in vitro comparison of different bone grafting techniques for the treatment of one-wall horizontal bone defects.
Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2019 Apr;21(2):284-291.
Mertens C, Braun S, Krisam J, Hoffmann J.
A Case Series of Vertical Ridge Augmentation Using a Nonresorbable Membrane: A Multicenter Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Nov/Dec;38(6):811-816.
Mendoza-Azpur G, Gallo P, Mayta-Tovalino F, Alva R, Valdivia E.
Decision Tree for Vertical Ridge Augmentation.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Mar/Apr;38(2):269-275.
Plonka AB, Urban IA, Wang HL.
Tunnel Access for Guided Bone Regeneration in the Maxillary Anterior.
Clinical Advances in Periodontics. Vol 8. No 1. March 2018.
Johnson M, Baron D.
Effectiveness of Two Different Lingual Flap Advancing Techniques for Vertical Bone Augmentation in the Posterior Mandible: A Comparative, Split-Mouth Cadaver Study.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2018 Jan/Feb;38(1):35-40.
Urban I, Traxler H, Romero-Bustillos M, Farkasdi S, Bartee B, Baksa G, Avila-Ortiz G.
Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration for a Single Missing Tooth Span with Titanium-Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes: Clinical Considerations and Observations of 10 Consecutive Cases with up to 36 Months Follow-up.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2017 Nov/Dec;37(6):893-899.
Herzberg R.
Safe New Approach to the Lingual Flap Management in Mandibular Augmentation Procedures: The Digitoclastic Technique.
Implant Dent. 2017 Oct;26(5):790-795.
Pistilli R, Checchi V, Sammartino G, Simion M, Felice P.
Principles for Vertical Ridge Augmentation in the Atrophic Posterior Mandible: A Technical Review.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2017 Sep/Oct;37(5):639-645.
Urban IA, Monje A, Lozada J, Wang HL
Ridge preservation/restoration using d-PTFE membranes.
Inspyred: The alternative EAO voice. Volume 6, Issue 1: Summer 2018.
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
Evaluation of complication rates and vertical bone gain after guided bone regeneration with non-resorbable membranes versus titanium meshes and resorbable membranes. A randomized clinical trial.
Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2017 Oct;19(5):821-832
Cucchi A, Vignudelli E, Napolitano A, Marchetti C, Corinaldesi G.
Management of the exposure of a dense PTFE (d-PTFE) membrane in guided bone regeneration (GBR): a case report.
Oral Implantol (Rome). 2017 Jul-Sep; 10(3): 335–342.
Ghensi P, Stablum W, Bettio E, Soldini MC, Tripi TR, Soldini C.
Clinical and 3-Dimensional Radiographic Evaluation of Autogenous Iliac Block Bone Grafting and Guided Bone Regeneration in Patients with Atrophic Maxilla.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2017 Apr;75(4):709-722.
Gultekin BA, Cansiz E, Borahan MO.
Renewed non-resorbable membranes - Bone augmentation techniques.
Dentista, February 2017.
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
Surgical Management of Significant Maxillary Anterior Vertical Ridge Defects.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 May-Jun;36(3):329-37.
Urban IA, Monje A, Nevins M, Nevins ML, Lozada JL, Wang HL.
Management of d-PTFE Membrane Exposure for Having Final Clinical Success.
J Oral Implantol. 2016 Jun;42(3):289-91.
Maridati PC, Cremonesi S, Fontana F, Cicciù M, Maiorana C.
Vertical Bone Grafting and Periosteal Vertical Mattress Suture for the Fixation of Resorbable Membranes and Stabilization of Particulate Grafts in Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration to Achieve More Predictable Results: A Technical Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 Mar-Apr;36(2):153-9.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Wessing B, Suárez-López del Amo F, Wang HL.
A Novel Approach for the Coronal Advancement of the Buccal Flap.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Nov-Dec;35(6):795-801.
Ronda M, Stacchi C.
Vertical Ridge Augmentation and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Anterior Atrophic Maxillae: A Case Series.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Sep-Oct;35(5):613-23.
Urban IA, Monje A, Wang HL.
Partial lateralization of the nasopalatine nerve at the incisive foramen for ridge augmentation in the anterior maxilla prior to placement of dental implants: a retrospective case series evaluating self-reported data and neurosensory testing.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Mar-Apr;35(2):169-77.
Urban I, Jovanovic SA, Buser D, Bornstein MM.
Lateral alveolar ridge augmentation using tenting screws, acellular dermal matrix, and freeze-dried bone allograft alone or with particulate autogenous bone.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2015 Jan-Feb;35(1):75-83.
Caldwell GR, Mills MP, Finlayson R, Mealey BL.
Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration using Titanium-reinforced d-PTFE Membrane and Prehydrated Corticocancellous Bone Graft.
Open Dent J. 2014 Nov 14;8:194-200. (Article is open access)
Cucchi, Ghensi.
Coronal Advancement of the Lingual Flap.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Dr. Paolo Rossetti
Treatment of an Infected Exposure of a Dense Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane in a Vertical Guided Bone Regeneration Procedure: A Protocol Proposal.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
The Pros of the Staged Approach in Vertical Guided Bone and Soft Tissue Reconstruction of the Mandibular Atrophy.
Presented at the European Academy for Osseointegration (EAO) in Rome Italy, September 25-27, 2014
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Horizontal and Vertical Bone Augmentation with Titanium Reinforced d-PTFE Membranes: Case Series in 8 Patients.
Presented at the EAO in Rome Italy, September 25-27 2014
Cakir S., Gultekin B.A., Cinar I.C., Guven G., Saglanmak A., Karabuda Z.C., Yalcin S.
Expanded vs. dense polytetrafluoroethylene membranes in vertical ridge augmentation around dental implants: a prospective randomized controlled clinical trial.
Clin Oral Implants Res. 2014 Jul;25(7):859-66.
Ronda M, Rebaudi A, Torelli L, Stacchi C.
Esthetic Rehabilitation of Anterior Teeth Following Traumatic Avulsion
Presented at the ITI World Symposium in Geneva, April 24 – 26, 2014
André CorreiaDMD, PhD , Manuel Neves DMD ; Zsolt Kovacs LDT
Vertical ridge augmentation with titanium-reinforced, dense-PTFE membranes and a combination of particulated autogenous bone and anorganic bovine bone-derived mineral: a prospective case series in 19 patients.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2014 Jan-Feb;29(1):185-93.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Jovanovic SA, Nagursky H, Nagy K.
Exposure of a dense PTFE Membrane in a GBR Procedure: Proposal of a Treatment Protocol.
Presented at the Italian Society of Osseointegration XXII International Congress in Milan Italy, February...
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Non-resorbable membranes.
Tandartspraktijk | Volume 35, 1, January 2014 | Bohn Stafleu van Loghum
Vroom M, Grundemann L.
Ridge augmentation with immediate implant placement using a high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Marco Ronda, DDS
Clinical Evaluation of Guided Bone Regeneration Procedures Using a dense-Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane. A Preliminary Report.
Presented at the SIO in Italy, 2012
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Horizontal and vertical ridge augmentation in localized alveolar deficient sites: A retrospective case series.
Implant Dent. 2012 Jun;21(3):175-185
Annibali S, Bignozzi I, Sammartino G, La Monaca G, Cristalli MP.
Minimally invasive alveolar ridge preservation/augmentation procedure (Open Barrier Membrane Technique)
Presented at the 2010 Research Forum Poster Session. Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Periodontology...
Yamashita M, Horita S, Takei N, Sasada Y, Shibato W, Ishikawa Y, Takao K, Maki K, Funakoshi E.
The use of tenting screws with high-density titanium-reinforced PTFE membrane.
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Guided bone regeneration using a high-density titaniumreinforced PTFE membrane and corticocancellous block graft
Joel L. Rosenlicht, DMD
Guided Bone Regeneration Using a Bovine Collagen Membrane, Platelet-rich Plasma And Allogeneic Bone Putty
Barry K. Bartee, DDS, MD
GBR and autogenous cortical bone particulate by bone scraper for alveolar ridge augmentation: A 2 case report.
Int J Oral Maxillofac Implants. 2008;23:111-116.
Trombelli L, Farina R, Marzola A, Itro A, Calura G.
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Sinus Lift
Maxillary Sinus Augmentation Using Hydraulic Pressure by Lateral Approach and Simultaneous Implant Placement: Clinicoradiographic Study.
Implant Dent. 2019 Oct;28(5):514-519.
Bhandari S, Thomas R, Kumar T, Shah R, Mehta DS.
Vertical ridge augmentation procedure in the posterior maxilla by means of a porcine pericardium collagen membrane and a porcine particulate xenograft mixed with autogenous particulate bone. graft: a case report.
Presented at the International Osteology Symposium in Barcelona Spain, April 25 – 27, 2019
Fabrizio Belleggia, DDS
Osseodensification Crestal Sinus Floor Elevation with or without Synthetic and Resorbable Calcium Phosphosilicate Putty.
Presented at 2017 EAO Congress, Madrid
Rodrigo Neiva, D.D.S, M.S., Bruna Tanello, D.D.S., Wagner Duarte, D.D.S., PhD, Fred Silva D.D.S., Srinivas Katta, D.D.S., Salah Huwais, D.D.S.
A simplified approach to the minimally invasive antral membrane elevation technique utilizing a viscoelastic medium for hydraulic sinus floor elevation.
Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2015 Mar;19(1):97-101.
Kotsakis GA, Mazor Z.
Sinus Augmentation Utilizing Calcium Phosphosilicate Biomaterial Followed by Delayed Implant Rehabilitation: Radiological and Clinical Analyses.
IJOICR. September-December 2013;4(3):102-107
Rayapati Dilip Kumar, Honey Verma, NT Prashanth, ES Shobha
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo following closed sinus floor elevation procedure: mallet osteotomes vs. screwable osteotomes. A triple blind randomized controlled trial.
Sammartino G, Mariniello M, Scaravilli MS.
Sinus graft with Safescraper: 5-year results.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2011; Feb;69(2):482-90.
Caubet J, Petzold C, Sáez-Torres C, Morey M, Iriarte JI, Sánchez J, Torres JJ, Ramis JM, Monjo M.
Maxillary sinus floor augmentation and simultaneous implant placement using locally harvested autogenous bone chips and bone debris.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2010;68:837-844.
Johansson LA, Isaksson S, Lindh C, Becktor J, Sennerby L.
Maxillary sinus augmentation with autologous bone harvested from the lateral maxillary wall combined with bovine-derived hydroxyapatite.
Clin Oral Impl. Res. 2010 Apr 1;21(4):430-8.
de Vicente JC, Herna ́ndez-Vallejo G, Bran ̃a-Abascal P, Pen ̃ a I.
Sinus elevation by in situ utilization of bone scrapers: technique and results.
Med Oral Patol Oral Cir Bucal. 2007 Nov 1;12(7):E537-41.
Martos-Díaz P, Naval-Gías L, Sastre-Pérez J, González-García R, Bances- del Castillo F, Mancha-de la Plata M, Galindo-Moreno P, Muñoz-Guerra M.
A novel bone scraper for intraoral harvesting: A device for filling small bone defects.
Clin Oral Implants Res 2007;18:525-533.
Zaffe D, D'Avenia F.
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Suturing
Comparison between tensile characteristics of various suture materials with two suture techniques: an in vitro study.
Clin Oral Investig. 2021 Apr 14.
Taysi AE, Ercal P, Sismanoglu S.
Physical and Mechanical Evaluation of Five Suture Materials on Three Knot Configurations: An in Vitro Study.
Polymers; 2016, 8(4), 147.
Desire Abellán, José Nart, Andrés Pascual, Robert E. Cohen, Javier D. Sanz-Moliner.
Vertical Bone Grafting and Periosteal Vertical Mattress Suture for the Fixation of Resorbable Membranes and Stabilization of Particulate Grafts in Horizontal Guided Bone Regeneration to Achieve More Predictable Results: A Technical Report.
Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2016 Mar-Apr;36(2):153-9.
Urban IA, Lozada JL, Wessing B, Suárez-López del Amo F, Wang HL.
Suturing for optimal soft-tissue management.
J Oral Implantol. 2009;35:82-90.
Silverstein LH, Kurtzman GM, Shatz PC.
Suturing principles: Preserving needle edges during dental suturing.
PPAD 2005;17:562-564.
Silverstein LH.
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