Socket Grafting
Placement of bone graft material into an extraction socket immediately following tooth removal to preserve ridge dimensions.
Full Definition
Socket grafting, also known as ridge preservation, involves the immediate placement of bone substitute material into fresh extraction sites to minimize post-extraction bone resorption. The procedure typically includes thorough socket debridement, placement of particulate graft material, and coverage with a barrier membrane or primary soft tissue closure. Common graft materials include mineralized freeze-dried bone allograft, demineralized bone matrix, or synthetic calcium phosphate compounds. This technique maintains ridge width and height for future implant placement, reducing the need for more extensive ridge augmentation procedures. Success depends on adequate blood supply, primary closure, and patient compliance with post-operative instructions.
Usage
Usage note: Specify graft material type and membrane usage when documenting procedures.
In Context
- "Socket grafting was performed immediately following extraction of tooth #14 using mineralized bone allograft." — Operative procedure note
- "The socket grafting site showed excellent healing at the 6-week follow-up with maintained ridge contour." — Post-operative evaluation