Limited evidence supports some clinical benefit of alveolar ridge preservation procedures

Alveolar bone remodelling follows tooth extraction and traumatic extraction is associated with additional bone loss. Prior to extraction periodontal disease, periapical pathology and mechanical trauma can also lead to loss of bone. In order to maintain a good alveolar ridge a range for preservation procedures have been investigated. The aim of this review was to … Continue reading Limited evidence supports some clinical benefit of alveolar ridge preservation procedures