Dentistry in Aurora uses PRF ( Platelet Rich Fibrin ) to accelerate healing during surgical procedures such as for dental implant placement, grafting for Guided Bone Regeneration/GBR and sinus membrane repair after upper molar extractions.

Platelet rich fibrin (PRF) is a matrix in which platelets, growth factors and cells are concentrated from patient’s own blood, usually drawn from antecubital vein of the arm. Blood is immediately spun down using a centrifuge without any biochemical handling. The resultant PRF matrix can be shaped into resorbable plug or membrane with sterile specialized box and then be used as a biocompatible regenerative biomaterial for the patient after minor oral surgeries such as extractions and implant dentistry.

PRF provides a natural clot at the surgical site and accelerates healing of soft and hard tissues. When PRF fills the extraction socket, it stabilizes blood clot, serves as a protective barrier to prevent dry socket and allows undisturbed healing. It also reduces the perception of pain.

In dentistry, PRF is used in socket preservation, a procedure to prevent bone loss by grafting the socket immediately after extraction. PRF membrane can be sutured over the wound or bone graft material. In guided bone regeneration, PRF can be used in conjunction with graft materials to direct and enhance growth of new bone, thereby augmenting the site for placement of dental implants. PRF stabilizes the graft and reduces chances of graft rejection.