DENTAL IMPLANT INSERTION AND GUIDED BONE REGENERATION FOR RESTORING LOWER LATERAL INCISOR AGENESIS

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Annals of Stomatology 2025 May-August 5(2): 92-98
https://doi.org/10.69129/stomatol/2025v5iss2_5

Received: 12 July 2025 Accepted: 28 August 2025

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Abstract

The anterior mandible, being a highly esthetic region, presents unique challenges for implant placement and dental restoration. Dental implants have become a cornerstone of modern dentistry, offering a reliable and long-term solution for tooth replacement. However, successful implantation relies not just on the osseointegration of the implant itself, but also on the health and stability of the surrounding soft tissues. This is where bone regeneration and grafted mucosa play a crucial role. Bone loss in the anterior mandible is particularly relevant not only from functional (i.e., chewing, speech) but also from an aesthetic and psychological point of view. Bone loss in the anterior mandible can pose significant challenges for dental treatments, particularly when placing dental implants. Dental implants require a stable and adequate amount of bone for successful integration. When bone loss occurs, it may necessitate additional procedures such as bone grafting or Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR) to augment the bone volume and create a suitable foundation for implant placement. This paper has described a case of replacing lower lateral teeth agenesis in the anterior mandible, focusing on the crucial steps involved in the characteristics of bone regeneration to restore alveolar width. The GBR ensured a good quality of bone around the anterior fixtures and the teeth’s roots.

Keywords: dental implants, esthetics, implant stability, keratinized mucosa, maintenance, oral hygiene, peri-implant health, surgical techniques