The bone-grafting decision tree: a systematic methodology for achieving new boneDennis Smiler
Implant Dent 15:122-8. 2006
..Bone quantity is then evaluated to determine the optimal surgical technique. Choices among graft stabilization techniques are also reviewed, and cases are presented to illustrate the use of this decision tree...
Bone marrow aspiration: technique, grafts, and reportsDennis Smiler
Implant Dent 15:229-35. 2006
..There are several advantages to using bone marrow aspirate. The technique is simple, a second surgical site is not needed, there is minimal postoperative morbidity, and adult stem cells populate the graft site with osteoblasts...
A histomorphogenic analysis of bone grafts augmented with adult stem cellsDennis Smiler
Implant Dent 16:42-53. 2007
..To evaluate the influence of bone marrow aspirate added to xenograft or alloplast graft matrix scaffold to produce bone...
Growth factors and gene expression of stem cells: bone marrow compared with peripheral bloodDennis G Smiler
Private Practice, Encino, CA, USA
Implant Dent 19:229-40. 2010
..To evaluate and compare the presence of cytokines and growth factors in both bone marrow (BM) and peripheral blood...
Toward the identification of mesenchymal stem cells in bone marrow and peripheral blood for bone regenerationDennis Smiler
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Encino, CA, USA
Implant Dent 17:236-47. 2008
..Specific markers exist for cells related to bone healing and bone regeneration. These include but are not limited to hematopoietic, mesenchymal, endothelial, angiogenic, and vasculargenic precursor cells...
Bone marrow: orchestrated cells, cytokines, and growth factors for bone regenerationMuna Soltan
Private Practice, 9402 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA 92503, USA
Implant Dent 18:132-41. 2009
..This article explores the anatomy of the bone marrow and describes the necessary elements for successful bone grafts, such as cells, bone matrix, and cellular regulators (both soluble and insoluble)...
The crestal approach: antral membrane elevation via a post graftMuna Soltan
Private Practice, Riverside, CA, USA
Implant Dent 20:e53-60. 2011
..If sufficient alveolar bone is present for stabilization, an implant can be placed simultaneous with antral elevation and graft. The StemVie Post completely resorbs and is replaced by the patient's own bone...
Antral membrane elevation using a post graft: a crestal approachMuna Soltan
Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, USA
Gen Dent 60:e86-94. 2012
..Bone marrow aspirate aids in healing with the addition of precursor osteoblastic stem cells, cytokines, and growth factors, while peripheral blood supplies mostly cytokines and growth factors...
The inverted periosteal flap: a source of stem cells enhancing bone regenerationMuna Soltan
LaSierra University, Riverside, CA 95203, USA
Implant Dent 18:373-9. 2009
..The technique is recommended when augmenting sites with 3- or 4-wall defects, in conjunction with implant placement or in combination with bone graft surgery...
Bone block allograft impregnated with bone marrow aspirateMuna Soltan
Implant Dent 16:329-39. 2007
..To evaluate the influence of bone marrow aspirate when added to bone block allograft to repair osseous defects...