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The Role of Prp in Third Molar Extraction Wounds: A Clinical Study
Vinod Sargaiyan1, Abhigyan Manas2, H R Hemanth Kumar3
1Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Maharana Pratap College of Dentistry and Research Centre, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Abstract:
It has become more common that after a mandibular third molar impaction operation, platelet concentrates have been shown to be useful in aiding the healing process. The patients were examined on day 1, day 2, day 3, day 7, the first month, and the second month following surgery. There was a slew of parameters to investigate and tally up.
Materials And Methods:
A total of 15 people with impacted mandibular third molars were included in the research. Patients' own blood platelets were used to make the transfusion more effective. One of the sockets was selected at random to serve as the test side. Instead of the other connector, the control socket was utilized.
Results:
There was no statistical difference between the test and control groups when it came to pain or soft tissue healing, according to a Mann-Whitney U test used to analyze the data. T test was performed to check for edema and density in the bones. Bone density measurements on the test side were significant, whereas measurements of edema on the test side were not. There was no alveolar osteitis on any of the subjects' limbs.
Conclusion:
Bone and soft tissue healing may be aided by platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Several growth components are included, which aid in the healing process.
