BUILDING FOUNDATIONS: SURGICAL INNOVATIONS IN ALVEOLAR BONE DISTRACTION OSTEOGENESIS FOR DENTAL IMPLANT INTEGRATION

Alveolar bone defects present significant challenges in dental implantology, often requiring augmentation procedures to provide adequate support for implant placement.Distraction osteogenesis has emerged as a promising technique for bone augmentation, offering advantages over traditional methods.This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the latest surgical innovations in alveolar bone distraction osteogenesis for enhanced dental implant integration.The article begins with an exploration of the fundamental principles of distraction osteogenesis and its application in alveolar bone augmentation.Various indications for its use are discussed, including cases of vertical and horizontal bone deficiencies.Key surgical techniques are outlined, encompassing the preoperative planning phase, device selection, osteotomy design, and distraction protocol.Recent advancements in distraction osteogenesis technology are highlighted, including the development of customizable distractors and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) solutions.These innovations have enabled more precise surgical outcomes and improved patient experiences.Additionally, novel approaches such as simultaneous distraction osteogenesis and implant placement are explored, offering streamlined treatment pathways and reduced overall treatment duration.