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Socket Shield Complications: The Management of Internal Shield Exposure. A Multicenter Case Series.

Authors :
Gluckman, Howard
Pohl, Snjezana
Chen, Joey
Source :
International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry; Mar/Apr2024, Vol. 44 Issue 2, p177-185, 10p
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The socket shield technique has been proposed as a surgical method to prevent the collapse of the buccal plate following tooth extraction, leading to excellent soft tissue stability and long-term esthetic outcomes. Despite its success, this technique is still not without potential risks. One of the most common complications is internal exposure of the socket shield, which can present as inner soft tissue inflammation with or without exposure of a portion of the shield. This case series discusses this complication's etiology, diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention. Data from 10 patients with 12 internally exposed sites are presented. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01987569
Volume :
44
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176155069
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.11607/prd.6462