ELC24-RL4: “Clinical protocol selection for alveolar ridge augmentation at sites exhibiting slight, moderate, and severe horizontal ridge deficiencies”
Authors: Sarah M. Vargas, Thomas M. Johnson, Aaron S. Pfaff, April P. Bumpers
Jennah C. Wagner, Joseph K. Retrum, Aaron N. Colamarino, Megan E. Bunting,
James P. Wilson, Carsen R. McDaniel, Robert W. Herold, Brian W. Stancoven,
Adam R. Lincicum
The authors report no conflicts of interest with regard to this paper.
Read and Learn Description
Clinical Advances in Periodontics, published since 2011, is an official peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Periodontology. We publish work that improves patient management by turning evidence-based knowledge into practical therapy. Our mission is to improve the periodontal and general health of the public and to promote excellence in the clinical practice of periodontics and implant dentistry.
This featured Read and Learn article is “Clinical protocol selection for alveolar ridge augmentation at sites exhibiting slight, moderate, and severe horizontal ridge deficiencies”
Educational Objectives
· Identify the optimal bone augmentation techniques for managing slight, moderate, and severe horizontal alveolar ridge deficiency (ARD)
· Gain knowledge on hard and soft tissue deficiencies prior to dental implant placement
Original release date: May 31, 2024
Expiration date: May 31, 2027
The American Academy of Periodontology designates this activity for 1.0 continuing education credits.
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The AAP cautions participants for this CE activity about the potential risks of using limited knowledge when incorporating new techniques and procedures in their practice.