Author/Authors :
Aboul Hosn, Maissa Lebanese University - School of Dentistry - Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Lebanon , Aboul Hosn, Maissa Lebanese Dental Association, Lebanon , Nader, Nabih Lebanese University - School of Dentistry - Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Lebanon , Nader, Nabih Lebanese Dental Association, Lebanon
Abstract :
After tooth extraction, alveolar ridge will decrease in volume and change in morphology. These changes are clinically significant and can make placement of a conventional bridge or an implant-supported crown difficult and extremely challenging1,2,3,7. Socket preservation procedures following tooth extraction will reduce the need for further ridge augmentation techniques prior to implant placement. This clinical report outlines the technical basis for socket preservation procedures and demonstrates its importance as an available treatment modality to prevent ridge atrophy and optimize anterior esthetics in maxilla.
