Preserving Bone After Extraction: Practical Tips for the General Dentist

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Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the biologic changes that occur following tooth extraction and how they affect future implant placement.
• Identify extraction techniques that help preserve the facial plate and surrounding soft tissues.
• Determine when ridge preservation is indicated to minimize post-extraction ridge resorption.
• Describe a simplified ridge preservation protocol using a Bioactive Composite Graft for routine extraction sockets.
• Recognize cases that should be referred to for advanced ridge augmentation rather than routine socket preservation.

Presenter Qualifications:

Dr. Singh earned his DMD from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and served as a commissioned dental officer in the U.S. Army, receiving multiple military honors. He later served as an Associate Professor at Western University, focusing on complex exodontia and pre-prosthetic surgery. Driven by a passion for advanced periodontal and implant therapy, Dr. Singh completed his Periodontics residency at Loma Linda University, where he graduated as Chief Resident. Today, he is a Board-Certified periodontist practicing throughout Southern California, providing periodontal and implant care. Dr. Singh is a speaker for the Catapult Speaker Bureau, serves as Dental Director for a multi-site FQHC, and has authored numerous publications in collaboration with fellow clinicians.