Rough Implants in Vertically Augmented Bone: A Retrospective Study with 4 to 15 Years of Follow-up.

Although vertical guided bone regeneration (v-GBR) is a popular technique for treating alveolar bone deficiency, there are no long-term studies analyzing the longevity and success of the results. This retrospective study analyzes the clinical and radiographic outcomes of oxidized implants placed after v-GBR, with a follow-up period of 4 to 15 years. The study considers 41 v-GBR patients receiving one or more dental implants between 2001 and 2013 (115 implants total).