OBJECTIVES

This study histologically and radiographically evaluates the efficacy of techBiomat bone®—a deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM)—for alveolar ridge preservation (ARP), comparing the results of bone formation, residual graft particles, and nonmineralized tissue to those of spontaneous healing in human tooth sockets.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

A split-mouth study was conducted to evaluate the radiographic and histologic outcomes in human sockets with and without ARP.

RESULTS

A significant improvement in bone fill was observed compared to untreated sockets. Radiographically, 87% of the treated sockets demonstrated more than 75% bone fill, whereas only 7% of the untreated sockets did. Histologically, the percentage of new bone formation was greater in treated sockets (42%) than in untreated sockets (25%). The findings also highlighted a lower proportion of nonmineralized tissue in grafted sites, suggesting improved healing over spontaneous healing. The residual graft material in the treated sockets had a moderate resorption rate, with almost complete replacement by the host bone after six months. The use of techBiomat bone® demonstrated promising results, with a resorption rate conducive to optimal bone regeneration, with less than 9% residual graft material remaining after six months.

CONCLUSIONS

This study supports the efficacy of techBiomat bone® graft material for ARP, highlighting its potential in maintaining ridge volume. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to confirm these findings.