Inventors:
Ole T. Jensen - Englewood CO, US
International Classification:
A61C 5/14, A61C 8/00, G06F 17/50
US Classification:
433174, 128861, 700 98, 700119
Abstract:
There are provided systems, methods and apparatuses related to bone augmentation shells. In particular, in accordance with an aspect, there is disclosed an apparatus for bone augmentation. The apparatus includes a biocompatible body being shaped to fit over basal supporting bone structure. The body has an interior surface defining a cavity into which bone growth material may be inserted. Additionally, the body includes a rib portion located at an apex of the body, a first surface extending downward on a first side from the rib portion and a second surface extending downward on a second side from the rib portion. At least a portion of the first and second surfaces is roughened to have a micro-topography conducive to soft tissue attachment.