Immediate implants in maxillary anterior region with guided bone augmentation

Abstract

Aim: This case is a combination of vertical and horizontal defect in maxillary anterior region accompanied with absence of facial soft tissue which rehabilitated following extraction of tooth was rehabilitated by guided bone regeneration (GBR) and immediate implant Background: Loss of the labial bony wall during extraction of maxillary anterior teeth is a commonly encountered conundrum. During planning for an immediate implant placement in such a compromised area, guided bone regeneration (GBR) is a well-accepted method for bone and soft tissue reconstruction. Case Description: In the presented case report, a combination of vertical and horizontal defect of more than 2 mm accompanied with absence of facial soft tissue following extraction of tooth was rehabilitated by GBR and immediate implant. The follow - up was performed 36 months after final loading with good esthetic outcome and bone graft well apposed to native bone in CBCT evaluation with no obvious complications. Conclusion: The vertical and horizontal ridge volumetric alterations positively can be achieved by simultaneous GBR with immediate implant placement. Clinical Significance: The purpose of discussing this case report is to portray the efficacy of GBR along with immediate implant in case with both vertical and horizontal bone defects.