Abstract
Background
Growth factors such as platelet-derived growth factors exert potent effect on wound healing including the regeneration of periodontium. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) membrane provides a concentrate of such growth factors, accelerating the wound healing process.
Materials and Methods
In this case report, regeneration of the deep periodontal intrabony defect was attempted using hydroxyapatite particles mixed in the PRF membrane to assess if regeneration of new bone is possible.
Results and Conclusion
This resulted in a rapid and complete healing with the decrease in the pocket depth and a gain in the clinical attachment level. Rapid regeneration of the periodontium can be achieved with bone substitutes by incorporating the various growth factors from autogenous blood.
Key Words: Bone substitutes, growth factors, hydroxyapatite, periodontal regeneration, platelet-rich fibrin membrane
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