Alveolar ridge preservation techniques

Course Information

Tooth extraction inevitably leads to resorption and remodelling of the alveolar ridge. This reduction in ridge dimensions can complicate subsequent treatments such as implants, bridges, or dentures for both clinicians and patients. Clinical research and experience indicate that early surgical intervention with suitable biomaterials can significantly reduce early bone loss. This procedure, known as Ridge Preservation, involves placing biomaterials into the extraction socket to compensate for bone loss and provide a scaffold for new bone formation. This lecture will examine the evidence supporting alveolar ridge preservation procedures and detail the surgical techniques involved. The knowledge gained can be immediately applied to your daily clinical practice. Learn how to: • gain insight of the post-extraction sequela • identify the tell-tale signs and anatomical features predicting post-operative changes • recognise the available biomaterials to shift the healing towards the desired outcome • learn the surgical techniques and methods for immediate application in your everyday practice