PRP: A Possibility in Regenerative Therapy

Arecent innovation in dentistry is the preparation and use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a concentrated suspension of the growth factors found in platelets. PRP is involved in wound healing and are postulated as promoters of tissue regeneration. This review represents an update of the uses, applica...

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Published inInternational journal of morphology Vol. 25; no. 3; pp. 587 - 590
Main Authors Issa, Joao Paulo Mardegan, Tiossi, Rodrigo, Mello, Amaro Sergio da Silva, Lopes, Ruberval Armando, Matteo, Miguel Angel Sala Di, Iyomasa, Mamie Mizusaki
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Portuguese
Published Sociedad Chilena de Anatomía 01.09.2007
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ANATOMY & MORPHOLOGY
Cicatrización
Odontología
Wound healing
Dentistry
PRP
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Summary:Arecent innovation in dentistry is the preparation and use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), a concentrated suspension of the growth factors found in platelets. PRP is involved in wound healing and are postulated as promoters of tissue regeneration. This review represents an update of the uses, applications, mechanism of action and clinical benefits of PRP
ISSN:0717-9502
0717-9502
DOI:10.4067/S0717-95022007000300019