Alveolar Ridge Changes With Biologically Oriented Alveolar Ridge Preservation (BARP) After Tooth Extraction

After tooth extraction, the alveolar process undergoes substantial horizontal and vertical resorption specifically in non-molar sites, where horizontal, vertical mid- facial, and mid-lingual ridge reduction could occur . These dimensional changes are clinically relevant, as they may affect dental implant placement and compromise soft tissue aesthetics. Alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) is based on the application of a bone replacement graft into the extraction socket \& collagen membrane/plug. Recent systematic reviews have shown that ARP may limit bone resorption to about 50% of what is normally observed in case of unassisted healing . This finding indicates that ARP is effective; but at the same time, it underlines the potential for improvement.