Alveolar ridge resorption has long been considered an unavoidable consequence of tooth extraction. While the extent and pattern of resorption is variable among individuals, there is a progressive loss of ridge contour as a result of physiologic bone remodeling. Over the long term, prosthodontic complications, loss of function, and inadequate bone for the placement of dental implants may result....

Intentional replantation can be used for root canal re-treatment when other methods are deemed unsuitable. This procedure is based on the approach used to obtain good clinical outcomes for replantation of an avulsed tooth. The key to a successful procedure is atraumatic extraction and replacement in the socket without damage to the periodontal ligament. This case series presents the long-term o...

Reduction of the original height and width of the alveolar bone of an edentulous site precludes optimal positioning of implant fixtures and may esthetically compromise the prosthesis. Ridge expansion at the time of extraction can prevent the need for ridge reduction and reduces the number of surgical interventions.A patient with a narrow ridge with buccal deformity was treated for the staged pl...

This article reviews the normal and pathological healing processes that take place after tooth extraction in orthodontic cases, and their associated complications within the mucosa or alveolar socket, such as gingival clefts or bone defects. The general and local factors that are involved in such deficient healing cases are detailed, in parallel to surgical procedure to enhance ridge preservati...

UNLABELLED Lower third molar teeth can be dislodged into fascial tissue spaces when they are extracted or elevated out of their sockets. Thankfully, this rarely occurs. We present a case report on a lower right wisdom tooth dislodged into the right parapharyngeal space on its removal from the socket and the subsequent management of this rare complication. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Though a rare comp...

Implants placed shortly after tooth extraction have proven to be a predictable treatment modality. The number of surgical appointments and length of surgical phase are reduced, thereby preserving hard and soft tissue configuration. However, there are some limitations to early implant placement. These include a probable lack of soft tissue closure over the extraction site, difficulty in matching...

Twenty-seven patients were randomized into two treatment groups following single tooth extraction in the incisor, canine and premolar area. In the test group, the alveolar socket was grafted with Straumann Bone Ceramic (SBC), while in the control group, Bio-Oss deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM) was applied. In both groups, a collagen barrier was used to cover the grafting material. Compl...

background: alveolar ridge preservation could be performed immediately following tooth extraction to limit dimensional changes of alveolar process due to bone resorption. the aim of this study was to compare the clinical and histologic outcomes of socket preservation using two different graft materials; deproteinized bovine bone mineral (dbbm) and demineralized freeze‑dried bone allograft (dfdb...

Introduction: In the context of tooth extraction and aesthetic care, steps are needed for extraction. Alveolar bone resorption after often leads to situations where long-term function esthetic success dental implant restorations is a challenge. Thus, Socket shield has been described as an alternative technique maintain alveolar ridge in placement immediate implants. Objective: Conducted concise...