Indian Journal of Contemporary Dentistry

  • Year: 2016
  • Volume: 4
  • Issue: 1

Platelet Rich Plasma & Platelet Rich Fibrin: Dental Applications

Assistant Professor, College of Dentsitry, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Synthetic materials have long been used for treating perforations, apexification cases and other surgical procedures. Lately, platelet rich plasma & platelet rich fibrin have been used for these reasons with success and patient response. This article explains the preparation of these organic agents, their potential advantages and disadvantages and applications in dentistry.

Keywords

Applications, Platelet rich plasma, preparation