3.1. Clinical Observation
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The surgical procedure took less than one hour in both of the groups. At three months follow-up, all of the sites had healed completely, with graft bulk palpable in the treated area. At six months follow-up, all the sites manifested good visible alveolar ridge width and aesthetic harmony. A total of 70% of the subjects in the test group and 80% of the subjects in the control group reported no discomfort or swelling during the procedure and postoperative time period. A total of 20% of the cases treated under the test category and 10% in the control group reported mild discomfort. Moderate discomfort was indicated by 10% of the subjects in both groups (