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... the alveolar ridge will present a series of adaptive alterations known as alveolar atrophy

Ridge alterations following tooth extraction

author: Nikos Mardas | publisher: drg. Andreas Tjandra, Sp. Perio, FISID
Alveolar atrophy
Figure 37. Alveolar atrophy

Following multiple- or single-tooth extraction and the subsequent loss of masticatory function, the alveolar ridge will present a series of adaptive alterations known as alveolar atrophy. The alveolar atrophy is characterized by a reduction in the dimensions of the alveolar ridge that is a combination of hard and soft tissue changes.

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