Linear bone gain and healing complication rate comparative outcomes following ridge augmentation with custom 3D printed titanium mesh vs Ti-reinforced dPTFE. A randomized clinical trial.

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this randomized clinical trial was to compare the qualitative (linear alveolar ridge changes) and quantitative (healing complications) outcomes after guided bone regeneration (GBR) using a custom-made 3D printed titanium mesh versus titanium reinforced dense PTFE membrane for vertical and horizontal augmentation of deficient alveolar ridges.