Schwimer, Charles W.Gluckman, HowardSalama, MauriceNagy, Katalin N.Du Toit, Jonathan2020-01-132019-02Schwimer, C.W., Gluckman, H., Salama, M. et al. 2019, 'The socket-shield technique at molar sites : a proof-of-principle technique report', The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, vol. 121, no. 2, pp. 229-233.0022-3913 (print)1097-6841 (online)10.1016/j.prosdent.2018.05.006http://hdl.handle.net/2263/72833The socket-shield technique for avoiding postextraction tissue alteration was first described in 2010. The technique was developed for hopeless teeth in anterior esthetic sites but has not yet been described for molar sites. Managing postextractive ridge changes in the posterior region by prevention or regeneration remains a challenge. The socket shield aims to offset these ridge changes wherever possible, preserving the patient’s residual tissues at immediate implants. This technique report describes the molar socket-shield step by step.en© 2018 by the Editorial Council for The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Notice : this is the author’s version of a work that was accepted for publication in Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry. Changes resulting from the publishing process, such as peer review, editing, corrections, structural formatting, and other quality control mechanisms may not be reflected in this document. A definitive version was subsequently published in Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, vol. 121, no. 2, pp. 229-233, 2019. doi : 10.1016/j.prosdent.2018.05.006.Socket-shield techniqueAlterations post-extractionImplant placementAesthetic zonePartial extraction therapyBuccofacial tooth structureAnterior implant siteAlveolar ridgeMolar implant placementPostprint Article