BioMend and BioMend Extend Collagen Membranes.

The proven, absorbable membrane.

The collagen advantage Derived from bovine tendon, the Type 1 collagen used for BioMend Membranes is among the most important stress-carrying components for wound stabilization* . Clinical use has demonstrated no immune or sensitivity reactions.* Other types ofmembranes containing PGA and PLA degrade directly to acids and have been associated with an inflammatory response.**

Long-lasting advantages

• Rigid enough to maintain space.
• Eliminates second-surgerymembrane removal

Excellent handling

• Tear-resistant, pliable and easy to handle even when hydrated.

Clinical advantages

• Space Maintenance Rigid enough to create and maintain space.
• Predictability of Results Functions as a barrier during the critical period of wound healing; BioMend CollagenMembrane is absorbed in approximately 8 weeks, BioMend ExtendMembrane is absorbed in approximately 18 weeks.
• Absorbable Eliminates second-stage surgery formembrane removal, reducing wound trauma and surgical chair time.
• Cell-Occlusive Prevents epithelial cellmigration and maintains space for periodontal ligament and bone regeneration.
• 3-DMatrix Allows integration of connective tissue flaps and passage of essential nutrients, reducing the likelihood of membrane exposure and gingival recession.
• Wound Stabilization Helps stabilize and maintain blood clot in the defect space.

Case study
Figure A The exposed defect site prior to surgery.	Figure B Puros Particulate Allograft in place.
Figure C BioMend Membrane placed over allograft.	Figure D Normal probing depth restored.

 

Clinical photographs courtesy of Dr. Hom-LayWang, DDS, MSD, Department of Periodontics, University of Michigan. Individual resultsmay vary.
*Data on file.
**Daniels AU, Taylor MS, Heller J. Toxicity of absorbable polymers proposed for fracture fixation devices.

Presented at the 38th AnnualMeeting of the Orthopaedic Research Society, San Francisco, 1992.