Open Membrane Technique as an Innovative Minimally Invasive Technique

Saint-Joseph University16 enrolled

Overview

Sixteen patients with horizontal deficiencies in the posterior mandible were treated with "the Open Membrane Technique" (OMT). Dense PTFE membranes covering an allograft biomaterial were used without any attempt to passivate the flap. Flap closure with an open wound (membrane exposure) was monitored weekly for up to 6w at the time of membrane removal. At implant placement, soft and hard tissue gains were assessed clinically and radiographically. Bone cores were harvested for histological analysis from the implant preparation sites

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

Purpose

OTHER

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

Conditions

Bone Graft Keratinized Tissue

Interventions

Bone augmentationPROCEDURE

Dense PTFE membranes covering an allograft biomaterial were used without any attempt to passivate the flap

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 70 YearsHealthy volunteers:

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy adults * Free of any systemic disease affecting bone metabolism * Highly compliant * Good oral hygiene * Willing to sign informed consents prior to their inclusion Exclusion Criteria: * Untreated periodontal disease * Heavy smokers * Excessive alcohol consumption * Uncontrolled systemic conditions

Locations (1)

Clinic 506

Beirut, Ashrafieh, Lebanon

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Hard tissue gain

Bone thickness measured clinically and on CBCT (during bone grafting and at re-entry)

Time frame: 5 months

Secondary Outcomes

Soft tissue gain

Keratinized tissue measured clinically before and after the treatment (at implant placement)

Time frame: 5 months

Data from ClinicalTrials.gov

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