Platelet-rich fibrin, or PRF, is a cutting-edge technique stimulating the body’s natural healing process. PRF treatments have been used for years in many procedures, including skin rejuvenation and hair growth.
Today, we use PRF in dentistry to speed up soft tissue healing and bone regeneration for optimal results after surgeries like bone grafting and dental implant placement. At Petaluma Valley Dental, we routinely incorporate PRF wherever appropriate so you can enjoy faster healing and the best possible long-term oral health.
There are many applications for PRF treatments in a dental setting. We commonly use it to create biocompatible material to fill an empty socket after a tooth extraction. This helps to prevent complications like dry sockets and infections and enhances healing.
We can also use PRF to create a protective barrier membrane to seal off surgical sites and protect them from getting contaminated during healing. We even use it as grafting material for procedures like sinus lift, which we perform to create a better foundation for dental implants in the upper arch. In general, PRF treatment aims to help things heal faster, in a healthier way, and eliminate risks that can compromise your long-term results.
PRF treatment is a simple process that starts with collecting a small blood sample, about the same amount as would be taken for a typical blood test. We’ll put your blood in our centrifuge to separate the different materials in your blood and isolate the healing factors. Since it takes less than 20 minutes to prepare, these healing factors are living and bioactive when we apply them to your surgical site.
Depending on your specific needs, we may mix PRF with your bone graft material or prepare it for placement in your surgical site. PRF is so effective at improving osseous integration that we prefer to apply it during nearly every dental implant surgery as part of our regular routine.
We understand that if you’re undergoing any dental surgery, you may worry about the expense of the care you need. Adding PRF treatment may seem like an unnecessary expense you’d rather avoid. Fortunately, we make PRF in Petaluma, CA, and the added cost to your care is minimal. Especially considering its potential to help you avoid considerable added costs from unforeseen complications, we feel strongly that it’s well worth it!
We want you and your family to receive the absolute best possible care. That’s why we’ll always work closely with third-party financing companies to help you build a comfortable payment plan. It’s about doing everything possible to ensure you can live life to the fullest with excellent oral health!
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