Authors : Sarra Azzaz; Israa Jemaa; Chiraz Baccouche

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 10 - October

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26Oct664

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Abstract : Conclusions: GBR, bone grafting, and split crest techniques all achieve high long-term implant survival (80–100%) with generally manageable complication profiles, supporting their continued clinical use for horizontal ridge augmentation. Technique selection should be guided by defect size, bone quality, and operator expertise. The predominance of retrospective cohort designs and heterogeneous outcome reporting limit the strength of cross-technique comparisons; standardized, long-term randomized trials are needed.

Keywords : Dental Implants; Horizontal Bone Augmentation; Guided Bone Regeneration; Bone Grafting; Split Crest; Implant Survival; Systematic Review.

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