Hard and soft tissue analysis of alveolar ridge preservation in esthetic zone using deproteinized bovine bone mineral and a saddle connective tissue graft: A long-term prospective case series.

Aim: Although alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) procedures appear to limit bone resorption after dental extraction, long-term outcomes remain limited. The objective of this prospective case series was to evaluate the long-term hard and soft tissue changes after ARP procedure in the aesthetic area, using deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM) and saddle connective tissue graft.

Materials And Methods: Fifteen patients were subjected to ARP and impressions and CT scans were taken at baseline and 3 months.

Effectiveness of temporary implants in teenage patients: a prospective clinical trial.

Aims: The objective of this study was to assess prospectively the outcomes of extra-narrow diameter implants (XNDI) placed in teenage patients as a temporary restorative option.

Material And Methods: Twenty consecutive young patients presenting one or several missing teeth received XNDI that were immediately restored with composite, Polymethylmethacrylate (Acrylic) or ceramic crown. Clinical and radiographical outcomes were assessed for a minimum follow-up period of 1 year.