The term brachytherapy denotes a special radiotherapy technique (from the Greek “brachy”, “short”) in which radioactive sources are placed in or near the tumor tissue, which is why it is also called internal or direct contact radiotherapy.
Tooth loss causes an anatomical change in the alveolar bone that requires oral rehabilitation practices using endosseous implants. However, unfavorable conditions can lead to insufficient vertical/horizontal bone size to the point of compromising the insertion of endosseous implants and the aesthetic result.