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    Socket Preservation After Extraction: Planning Ahead

    Dr Susan Pan, DDSByDr Susan Pan, DDS Hours Reading Time: 6 minutes

    Socket preservation is sometimes considered at the same visit as a tooth extraction when a future implant, bridge, or denture is likely. Here is what the procedure means, why the jaw ridge changes after extraction, where the evidence is helpful, and what to ask before the tooth is removed.

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    When Is Bone Grafting Needed Before Tooth Replacement?

    Dr Susan Pan, DDSByDr Susan Pan, DDS Hours Reading Time: 6 minutes

    Bone grafting is sometimes recommended before tooth replacement because the jawbone often shrinks after a tooth is removed. In many cases, preserving the socket at the time of extraction can reduce later grafting needs, but the right plan still depends on the site, imaging, timing, and your long-term replacement goals.

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