Platelet Rich Plasma in Treatment of Periodontal Osseous Defect - A Case Report

Balaji VR, Ramakrishnan T, Lavanyav, Manikandan D

Abstract: : Platelets play a crucial role in periodontal regeneration, as they are reservoirs of growth factors and cytokines, which are the key elements in formation of bone and haling of soft tissue. PRP is an autologous platelet concentrate, which is prepared from patients own blood. This case report describes the effective use of PRP in restoration of periodontal osseous defect by PRP and its potential in periodontal regeneration.

Keywords: PRP, growth factors, periodontal regeneration, intra-bony defect, wound healing

How to Cite?: Balaji VR, Ramakrishnan T, Lavanyav, Manikandan D, "Platelet Rich Plasma in Treatment of Periodontal Osseous Defect - A Case Report", Volume 3 Issue 12, December 2014, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 2156-2158, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SUB14992, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SUB14992