Periosteal Inhibition Technique for Ridge Preservation A Prospective Study

Inclusion Criteria: * At least 22 years of age * Systemically healthy * An extraction of one non-salvageable molar or premolar tooth is indicated. Adjacent teeth must be present to support the measuring template. * Demonstrated ability to maintain goodoral hygiene * Willingness and ability to commit to follow-up * Able to understand study procedure and provide signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Extensive damaged buccal or lingual bone plate * Extreme alveolar ridge atrophy * Extensive vertical bone loss * Active infection at the extraction site * Uncontrolled periodontal disease. * Recent febrile illness (within 6 months) that precludes or delays participation * Severe renal or liver diseases * History of radiotherapy of the head and neck region * Chemotherapy for treatment of malignant tumors at the time of the study. * Immuno-compromised patients * Patients on IV bisphosphonates or on long term oral bisphosphonates for more than 3 years. * Use of disallowed concomitant medications. * Pregnancy or intending to conceive during the course of the Study.