The Dentist’s Guide to Atraumatic Extractions

1. Introduction

2. General Principles of the Atraumatic Extraction Technique

3. Atraumatic Anesthesia

4. Clinical Application of the Atraumatic Extraction Technique and Root Space Creation Extraction Technique

5. Atraumatic Extractions in the Anterior Maxilla: Find the Best Exit Route

6. Atraumatic Extractions in the Anterior Mandible: Watch Out for Thin Bone

7. Atraumatic Extraction of the Mandibular Premolars: Bone Is Dense

8. Atraumatic Extraction of the Maxillary Premolars: Easy Does It

9. Atraumatic Extraction of the Maxillary Molars: Divide and Conquer

10. Atraumatic Extraction of the Mandibular Molars: Divide and Divide Again, Then Conquer

11. Socket Debridement

12. Using an Atraumatic Root Extraction Device

Traditional methods of tooth extraction involve raising flaps and luxating the tooth to force it out of the bone. This often results in significant trauma and ridge resorption, which can compromise future implant placement. In this book, the author details his atraumatic extraction technique, which relies on systematic removal of root structure to protect the socket from deformation and thereby maintain the patient’s original jaw anatomy and facial structure. With the root space creation extraction technique (RSCET), root structure is removed to allow space for the remaining tooth structure to be maneuvered and manipulated instead of pushed into the adjacent bony walls, thereby protecting the bone from trauma and resorption. Every tooth in the mouth can be removed atraumatically, and this book shows every step of the process and the tools required, including tips on atraumatic anesthesia.