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Linear Micro-Perforation Ridge Split Approach
Sponsor: Kafrelsheikh University
Summary
The traditional ridge split technique might be performed simultaneously with implant placement, resulting in a shortened treatment time. However, this approach has the potential for serious complications, including buccal bone fracture, prolonged pain or paresthesia, and loss of bone height. Linear Micro-Perforation Osteotomy (LMPO) has emerged as a less invasive alternative, promoting natural bone expansion through controlled micro-perforations in the cortical bone, allowing for ridge widening without extensive grafting. However, the precision required for LMPO can be difficult to achieve manually, especially in anatomically complex or narrow ridge areas, leading to variability in outcomes and potential risks such as bone fractures or inadequate expansion.Our study aims to evaluate the efficacy, clinical, and radiological outcomes of the flapless AI-powered/computer-guided LMPO ridge split/expansion technique compared to the traditional LMPO ridge split/expansion method for lateral ridge reconstruction of mandibular horizontal ridge deficiencies.
Official title: A Comparative Study of AI-Powered/Computer-Guided Versus Conventional Linear Micro-Perforation Split Approach for Treatment of Horizontal Mandibular Ridge Atrophy (A Randomized Clinical Trial)
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
22
Start Date
2025-03-18
Completion Date
2026-03-30
Last Updated
2025-11-25
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Free-hand linear micro perforation osteotomy and ridge splitting
AI-assisted/computer-guided linear micro perforation osteotomy and ridge splitting
AI-assisted/computer-guided linear micro perforation osteotomy and ridge splitting
AI-assisted/computer-guided crestal ridge splitting expansion after linear micro perforation osteotomy will be performed using electromagnetic mallet
Locations (1)
faculty of dentistry, kafrelsheikh University
Kafr ash Shaykh, Kafrelsheikh, Egypt