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Surgically assisted orthodontic space closure of atrophic alveolar ridge in the mandible: A narrative review
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Dr. R Suresh, Dr. Syed Khalid Altaf, Dr. V Ilayaraja, Dr. GVV Giri, Dr. V R Arunkumar, Dr. T Maheswaran
Abstract
In adults, closing an old extraction site with
bone defects is challenging for orthodontists. After several years following
extraction, bone remodeling produces a buccolingually narrowed alveolar
process, and closure of the extraction spaces requires reshaping of the
cortical bone. Moreover, malocclusions in adults may be complicated by the
migration of adjacent teeth at old extraction sites. Under these circumstances,
functional and esthetic results may only be achieved with a combination of surgery,
orthodontics, and prosthodontic rehabilitation. This article reviews various
surgical procedures, such as the split-crest technique, periodontal accelerated
osteogenic orthodontics, distraction osteogenesis, and ridge preservation,
which facilitate orthodontic space closure of the atrophic ridge.
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Pages:8-10
How to cite this article:
Dr. R Suresh, Dr. Syed Khalid Altaf, Dr. V Ilayaraja, Dr. GVV Giri, Dr. V R Arunkumar, Dr. T Maheswaran "Surgically assisted orthodontic space closure of atrophic alveolar ridge in the mandible: A narrative review". International Journal of Dental Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 8-10
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