A revolutionary technique for pre-implant bone reconstruction
May 21, 2024
SonicWeld Rx is a reliable, fast, straightforward and, not least, safe technology.
In broad terms, this technique is used to fix artificial bone with a view to placing an implant where the patient's bone substrate is insufficient (large ridge defects). Using ultrasound, pins (SonicPin) are inserted into the patient's own bone, and a membrane with a hardness similar to titanium is fixed onto them. The membrane acts as a conformer, providing shape, stability and the opportunity for the added bone granules to integrate.
First of all, the technique is used in oral and maxillofacial surgery, in large bone reconstructions and bone fractures. In dentistry, this surgical technique is taken from orthopaedics and traumatology.
The technique uses resorbable materials in the form of membranes and pins, with Resorb x 100% Poly-D,L-Lactic (PDLLA), Resorb xG 85% Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) and 15% Poly Glycolic Acid (PGA) structure. The inserts (membranes and pins) degrade over time through a natural process of the human body called hydrolysis.
What is the real major advantage of this method of restoring bone defects? Because the materials used are resorbable, the need for a second intervention to remove the fixation membrane/pins (after they have completed their role in osteogenesis) is eliminated, as happens with classic titanium membranes and pins.
It should also not be overlooked that the procedure is minimally invasive, because bone temperature during the intervention does not exceed 11°C, eliminating the risk of necrosis in neighbouring tissues.
The surgeons at Didenta Implantology Art are among the few in the country specialised in this bone reconstruction technique. Choose specialised professionals for the success of your future implants!