Autogenous dentin as a graft material for alveolar ridge preservation in dentistry: Definition and clinical application

Abstract

Adequate bone volume is essential for implant placement, and in many cases, can only be achieved through bone grafting. However, impaction of lower third molars can cause bone lysis in the distal alveolar area of the second molar. Hence, this review evaluates the effectiveness of autogenous dentin in alveolar preservation and bone augmentation in implant surgery, as well as its role in preventing the development of bone defects and subsequent periodontal pocket formation after lower third molar extraction. A bibliographic review was conducted across electronic databases, including PubMed/MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library Plus. Multiple studies concluded that autogenous dentin is suitable for bone regeneration. Autogenous dentin enhances bone regeneration in the extraction socket, facilitates bone volume augmentation in implant surgery, and prevents periodontal pocket formation distal to the second molar following lower third molar extraction.

Keywords

Autogenous dentin / Lower third molar / Tooth transformer / Socket preservation / Maxillary sinus augmentation / Dental implants

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