Study Comparing a New Bone Graft Mix Versus Standard Graft for Preserving Jaw Bone After Tooth Extraction

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating a new grafting material combining demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft DFDBA and deproteinized bovine bone mineral DBBM for alveolar ridge preservation after tooth extraction. The study aims to compare this new combination to a commonly used mineralized allograft, focusing on changes in ridge dimensions and bone quality. This research addresses the challenge of preserving bone volume and vitality for successful future dental implants. Participants who need a premolar or molar extraction followed by implant placement will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive the new graft combination of DFDBA and DBBM with a collagen matrix seal, while the other group will receive the traditional Tutoplast4 processed mineralized particulate allograft with a collagen matrix seal. The procedures will be performed flaplessly during the alveolar ridge preservation process. Over a 4-month healing period, researchers will measure changes in the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the alveolar ridge and assess the percentage of vital bone formed. Participants will be monitored for these outcomes to evaluate the effectiveness of the graft materials. The study includes assessments of possible factors affecting ridge changes and will last approximately 4 months from treatment to evaluation.

Mix of Demineralized Freeze-Dried Bone Allograft and Deproteinized Bovine Bone Mineral: a Possible Solution for Alveolar Ridge Preservation?