Periosteal releasing incision with diode laser in guided bone regeneration procedure: a case series

ABSTRACT

Introduction: periosteal releasing incision [PRI] is nearly always essential to advance the flap sufficiently for a tension-free flap closure in bone augmentation procedures. However, hematoma, swelling, and pain are recognized as the main consequences of PRI with scalpel. The aim of this case series was to investigate the effectiveness of laser-assisted PRI in guided bone regeneration [GBR] procedure. In addition, postoperative hematoma, swelling, and pain and implant success were assessed