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Characterization of Leukocyte-platelet Rich Fibrin, A Novel Biomaterial
Published on: September 29, 2015
Platelet-rich fibrin for root coverage: A plausible approach in periodontal plastic and esthetic surgery
Anuj Singh Parihar1, Sumit Narang1, Shivani Dwivedi1
1Department of Periodontics, People's Dental Academy, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Abstract:
Predictable esthetic root coverage has evolved into conventional treatment modalities making cosmetic procedures an integral part of periodontal treatment. The advent of second-generation platelet concentrates, i.e., platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), has broad clinical application in medical as well as dental field with its recent use for recession defects. The simplicity of PRF procurement and its low cost makes it most suitable for use in daily clinical practice. This particular case report foregrounds the benefit of PRF membrane along with coronally repositioned flap for mucogingival surgery on the labial surface of an upper anterior tooth.
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