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- 16 implants were placed in beagle dogs to assess the effectiveness of different membrane types (e-PTFE vs titanium) in promoting bone regeneration around exposed implant threads.
- The study found an average bone height increase of 2.1 mm with e-PTFE membranes, 0.8 mm with titanium, and 2.9 mm in control sites without membranes.
- Results indicate that maintaining primary coverage with e-PTFE membranes significantly boosts bone regeneration compared to other methods.
Article Abstract
To evaluate the efficacy of guided tissue regeneration around exposed implant threads, 16 implants were placed into fresh extraction sockets in beagle dogs. Polytetrafluoroethylene (e-PTFE) membranes and titanium membranes were used to cover the defects around implants. A control group did not receive any membranes. Results were evaluated histologically. The average gain in bone height was 2.1 mm for e-PTFE sites, 0.8 mm for titanium membranes, and 2.9 mm for control sites. The greatest gain in bone levels was seen for two sites that received e-PTFE membranes and remained covered for the entire evaluation interval. Within the limits of this study, clinical and histologic evidence demonstrated that, when primary coverage is maintained, the use of e-PTFE membranes can significantly enhance bone regeneration around implants.
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