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Treatment Options Following Single‐Rooted Tooth Removal: A Literature Review and Proposed Hierarchy of Treatment Selection
Author(s) -
Fugazzotto Paul A.
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.036
H-Index - 156
eISSN - 1943-3670
pISSN - 0022-3492
DOI - 10.1902/jop.2005.76.5.821
Subject(s) - selection (genetic algorithm) , hierarchy , medicine , dentistry , computer science , economics , artificial intelligence , market economy
Background: Alveolar bone changes following tooth extraction have been well documented and have given rise to a number of treatment approaches. Included in these approaches are placement of various grafting materials, immediate implant placement, and a combination of both. Methods: A review of all pertinent literature discussing regenerative therapy at the time of tooth extraction or immediate implant placement with or without concomitant regenerative therapy was carried out. Results: A clinically‐based hierarchy of treatment selection following extraction of single rooted teeth is proposed, based upon the available literature and clinical experience. The role of patient phenotype is considered. Conclusion: Utilization of the proposed hierarchy of treatment selection affords a logical framework within which to predictably treat a variety of patients. J Periodontol 2005;76:821‐831 .