Current Concepts of Bone Regeneration in Implant Dentistry

The use of dental implants for the rehabilitation of missing teeth has broadened the treatment options for patients and clinicians equally. As a result of advances in research in implant design, materials and techniques the use of dental implants has increased dramatically in the past two decades and is expected to expand further in the future. However the clinical complexity of the patient who present with limited bone volume often requires additional biomaterials and surgical procedures to ensure successful implant treatment. This review outlines the various biomaterials used in augmenting bone deficiencies encountered and the different surgical techniques that are used in order to achieve a predictable long term success of dental implants.