Comparative Evaluation Of Different Bone Graft Materials: A Review

Success of implant supported prosthesis depends on many factors. The presence of adequate bone at surgical site being one of the important factor. Periodontal conditions, trauma may lead to inadequacy of bone, however with recent developments implant bed can be successfully grafted with variety of materials to increase the bone volume. Bone graft materials are derived from different sources. Choice of the graft material should be based on the technique, amount of graft required, and healing pattern around the bone. This review provides understanding about different graft materials with comparative evaluation of outcome when used alone or in combination with other graft materials.