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Tooth extraction is sometimes necessary due to pain, infection, bone loss, or fractures. Unfortunately, the socket—the bone that supports the tooth—can be compromised by disease or infection, potentially resulting in jaw deformities once the tooth is removed. Additionally, when a tooth is extracted, the surrounding bone and gum tissue can rapidly shrink and recede, leading to unsightly defects and even collapse of the lips and cheeks.
Such jaw defects pose significant challenges for restorative dental work, whether you're considering dental implants, bridges, or dentures. To prevent these issues, a technique known as socket preservation is used to maintain the shape and volume of the bone and gums after extraction.
Socket preservation techniques involve filling the socket with bone or a suitable bone substitute immediately after the tooth is removed, then covering it with adjacent gum tissue or a protective membrane. This approach leverages your body's natural healing abilities to minimize soft tissue invasion, effectively reducing shrinkage, and preventing the collapse of surrounding gum and facial tissues. Moreover, the new bone formation provides a solid foundation for future dental implants.
If your dentist recommends tooth extraction, be sure to ask about socket preservation—especially if you plan to replace the extracted tooth or teeth with an implant-supported prosthesis. This procedure can significantly enhance your smile's appearance and improve the long-term success of restorative treatments.