Maxillary bone expansion is an important technique of comprehensive implant/restorative dentistry that emphasizes the goal of restoring the presenting patient to normal contour, esthetics, speech, and health, regardless of the degree of atrophy, disease, or injury to the stomatognathic system.

Applications for this technique range from the single-tooth implant to complete restoration of the fully-edentulous maxilla. Theoretical and clinical aspects of this technique will be presented. Clinical cases will be presented to illustrate the technique and long-term results.

Learning Objectives:  At completion of this presentation, participants should be able to:

1. Comprehend appropriate patient selection for maxillary bone expansion

2. Identify optimal clinical aspects of the maxillary bone expansion technique