Free excerpt - SAC Classification in Implant Dentistry

W. MARTIN, A. DAWSON, W. D. POLIDO

Fig 6. A full-thickness flap was raised to expose the defect and to thoroughly scale and root plane the root surface.

Fig 7. After implant placement, Amelogenin (Emdogain, Straumann) was applied on the root to stimulate periodontal regeneration.

Fig 8. Autogenous bone and deproteinized bovine bonemineral (DBBM; Bio- Oss, Geistlich) were used to fill the defects and rebuild an ideal crest profile.

Fig 9. A collagen membrane (Bio-Gide, Geistlich) was trimmed, punched, and adapted around the collar of the implant.

Fig 10. The collagen membrane was stabilized by a 2-mm healing cap.

Fig 11. The flap was secured with modified vertical mattress sutures.

Fig 12. Clinical view 6 weeks after surgery.

Fig 13. Clinical view 3 months after surgery.

The SAC Classification in Implant Dentistry

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