Literature Review on Bone Augmentation Techniques Now Available
CHICAGO–March 6, 2007–The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) released its commissioned literature review on bone augmentation techniques today. The review titled 
The review focuses on different techniques that can be used to reconstruct lost alveolar bone (jaw bone) prior to or after tooth extraction or dental implant placement.
“With dental implants being the preferred method of tooth replacement, practitioners are beginning to see more complex cases where bone augmentation is needed,” said
“It is always important to use an evidence based approach when developing a treatment plan,” explained Brad McAllister, D.D.S. review author “As new bone augmentation techniques utilizing molecular, cellular and genetic tissue engineering technologies become more mainstream it will be important for practitioners to keep an eye to the latest research on these techniques.”
To access a copy of the literature review, please visit the Academy’s Web site,
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The American Academy of Periodontology is an 8,000-member association of dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth and in the placement and maintenance of dental implants. Periodontics is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.For more information, contact the AAP Public Affairs Department at
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