Prevention of Localized Osteitis in Mandibular Third-Molar Sites Using Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Purpose. To review our experience utilizing platelet rich fibrin (PRF), which is reported to aid in wound healing of extraction sites, for the prevention of localized osteitis following lower third-molar removal. Materials and Methods. PRF was placed in the mandibular third-molar extraction sites, 2...

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Main Authors: Donald R. Hoaglin, Gary K. Lines
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:International Journal of Dentistry
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/875380