Socket preservation procedure with equine bone mineral: a case series.

The research article discusses a study investigating the effectiveness of using equine bone mineral in preserving the volume of bone at dental extraction sites, in preparation for dental implant placement. The study found positive clinical and histologic evidence supporting this method.

Introduction

• The study focused on the process known as ‘dentoalveolar osseous augmentation’. This procedure is commonly used to create enough bone volume for the placement of dental implants.
• Usually, this involves the use of grafting materials and sometimes barrier membranes to encourage selective cell and tissue repopulation within the extraction site.

Methodology

• In this case series, the researchers used equine particulate bone (Equimatrix, provided by Osteohealth) as a grafting material.
• Equine bone mineral was chosen in this study due to its specific properties, making it suitable for encouraging new bone growth.

Objectives

• The main aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of equine bone mineral in the preservation and creation of new bone at extraction sites.
• This is crucial for the successful placement of dental implants in an optimal position for restoration.

Results

• The findings suggested that equine particulate bone was effective in preserving the volume of bone removed during extraction.
• Both clinical and histologic evidence supported the application of equine particulate bone for extraction site augmentation.
• The preserved bone was then suitable for dental implant placement after a six-month healing period.

Conclusion

• The study concluded that equine bone mineral could be an effective grafting material in dental procedures, specifically for preserving the quantity and quality of bone at extraction sites in preparation for dental implant placement.