During hydroxyapatite augmentation of the maxilla,
hydroxyapatite is injected next to the upper jaw bone so that it can bond with
existing bone.
Also
Known As:
- Jaw surgery
- Mouth surgery
- Maxilla
augmentation
- Pre-prosthetic
and implant surgery
- HA
augmentation of the maxilla
Conditions
Treated with Hydroxyapatite Augmentation of the Maxilla:
Hydroxyapatite augmentation of the maxilla may be
utilized in cases of an atrophic upper jaw bone or to prepare for a prosthetic
implantation.
There are no comparable non-surgical or surgical
alternatives to hydroxyapatite augmentation of the maxilla.
Anesthesia
with Hydroxyapatite Augmentation of the Maxilla:
Hydroxyapatite augmentation of the maxilla is
performed with a local anesthetic and sedation.
Potential
Complications from Hydroxyapatite Augmentation of the Maxilla:
Possible risks following hydroxyapatite augmentation
of the maxilla include infection, bleeding, swelling and a negative reaction to
the anesthesia. It is also possible for the area to heal poorly.
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