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    Buccal bone plate resorption is common after tooth loss or implant placement. Maintaining a 2-mm thickness is advised to prevent vertical bone loss and ensure better functional and esthetic outcomes.

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    • Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
    • Periodontology
    • Dental Implantology

    Background:

    • The buccal bone plate, part of the alveolar process, supports teeth and undergoes remodeling due to physiological and pathological factors.
    • Understanding buccal bone plate remodeling is crucial for predicting and managing outcomes in implant surgery.
    • Bone resorption after tooth loss or implant placement can negatively impact esthetics and function.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the process of buccal bone plate remodeling and resorption.
    • To highlight the importance of evaluating hard tissue and resorption risks for optimizing treatment strategies.
    • To discuss the current opinion on maintaining buccal bone plate thickness to prevent vertical bone loss.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on buccal bone plate remodeling and resorption.
    • Analysis of factors influencing bone resorption post-extraction and implant placement.
    • Evaluation of current clinical recommendations for ridge preservation.

    Main Results:

    • Bone resorption of the buccal bone plate is inevitable after tooth loss and during implant placement.
    • Surgical trauma and tissue adaptation to implants contribute to bone resorption.
    • Limited data suggests a 2-mm buccal bone plate thickness may prevent vertical bone resorption.

    Conclusions:

    • Buccal bone plate thickness is a critical factor influencing esthetic and functional results in implant dentistry.
    • Proactive evaluation of resorption risks and appropriate management are essential for successful implant outcomes.
    • Maintaining adequate buccal bone plate thickness is a key consideration for avoiding vertical bone loss.