Localized alveolar ridge augmentation before orthodontic treatment. A case report.

Extraction spaces are usually characterized by narrow, atrophic alveolar ridges, which make it difficult to move teeth orthodontically within these areas. Guided tissue regeneration is often used for alveolar ridge augmentation in implantology. In the case presented, localized alveolar ridge augmentation was performed as a preliminary procedure before orthodontic closure of an edentulous space. Guided tissue regeneration enhances the possibilities of orthodontic treatment in adult patients.