Is Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® a collagen plug?
No. Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® is a mixture of 90% Geistlich Bio-Oss® spongiosa granules and 10% highly purified porcine collagen in a block form. Geistlich Bio-Oss® is a natural bone mineral of bovine origin. The collagen facilitates adaptation of the Geistlich Bio-Oss® to the defect site.
Do I need a membrane when using Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® ?
The collagen in Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® does not function as a membrane. When space maintenance is required, it is recommended to use a membrane for optimal results1.
- Perelmann-Karmon, et al.: Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent 2012; 32(4): 459-65.
What are the recommended indications for Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® ?
Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® is recommended for the reconstruction of bone defects in the following procedures:
- Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge.
- Filling of periodontal defects.
- Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy.
- Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge.
- Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor.
- Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Re-generation (GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
- Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Re-generation (GBR).
When can I use Geistlich Bio-Oss® and when Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® ?
Geistlich Bio-Oss® and Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® share the same indications. These products may be used interchangeably in the following procedures:
- Augmentation or reconstructive treatment of the alveolar ridge.
- Filling of periodontal defects.
- Filling of defects after root resection, apicoectomy, and cystectomy.
- Filling of extraction sockets to enhance preservation of the alveolar ridge.
- Elevation of the maxillary sinus floor.
- Filling of periodontal defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Tissue Regeneration(GTR) and Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
- Filling of peri-implant defects in conjunction with products intended for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR).
Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® ?
As Geistlich Bio-Oss Collagen® contains collagen, allergic and inflammatory tissue reactions cannot be excluded. These are, however, extremely rare.