Abstract
The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical, volumetric, radiographic, and histologic aspects of autogenous demineralized dentin matrix (DDM) combined with recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 (rhBMP-2) used for ridge preservation, compared to those of deproteinized bovine bone with collagen (DBBC). Following atraumatic extraction, the socket was filled with DBBC, DDM, or rhBMP-2/DDM. Scanned images of dental casts and cone beam computed tomographs (CBCT) were superimposed for the calculation of soft and hard tissue volume alteration. Preoperative and postoperative measurements of the height and width of the alveolar ridge were compared using CBCT images. After 4 months, bone specimens were harvested for histomorphometric assessment. Loss of hard and soft tissue volume occurred at 4 months after extraction and ridge preservation in all groups. No volumetric differences were detected among the three groups before and 4 months after ridge preservation. The reduction in the horizontal width at 5 mm was higher in the DBBC compared to the DDM. Histologically, approximately 40% newly formed bone was founded in rhBMP-2/DDM group. The autogenous dentin matrix used to fill the socket was as beneficial for ridge preservation as conventional xenografts. The combination of rhBMP-2 with dentin matrix also demonstrated appreciable volumetric stability and higher new bone formation compared to DDM alone and DBBC.
Highlights
Alteration of the alveolar ridge following tooth extraction is unavoidable owing to horizontal and vertical bone resorption [1]
In this randomized prospective study using serial stone cast scans and cone beam computed tomographs (CBCT) images obtained at baseline and at a 4-month follow-up assessment, we evaluated the alteration of alveolar morphology after ridge preservation following tooth extraction
We reported negative postextraction remodeling changes in all three groups after tooth extraction accompanied with ridge preservation (p < 0.05)
Summary
Alteration of the alveolar ridge following tooth extraction is unavoidable owing to horizontal and vertical bone resorption [1]. If the alveolar ridge undergoes extensive bone resorption, it may compromise the aesthetic value and function of dental implants. Considerable alveolar bone alteration has been reported to occur during the first year following tooth extraction [2], and two-thirds of this bone resorption was observed in the buccal part.
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