Imagin evaluation of platelet-rich fibrin in post-exodontic bone regeneration. A systematic review
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Introduction: Tooth extraction is one of the most frequently performed procedures in clinical dentistry. However, it often leads to progressive alveolar ridge resorption, which can compromise future restorative and prosthetic treatments. Objective: This systematic review aimed to examine the role of platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in post-extraction alveolar ridge preservation, evaluating its effectiveness in enhancing bone tissue regeneration based on radiographic assessments, and comparing its outcomes to those observed with physiological bone healing. Methodology: The review followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. A comprehensive literature search was conducted using electronic databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and ScienceDirect. Additionally, gray literature was sourced from the New York Academy of Medicine Grey Literature Report. Only randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included, and the risk of bias was evaluated using the Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions version 6.2 (RevMan 6.2). Results: Seventeen RCTs published up to 2022 met the eligibility criteria, each investigating PRF’s efficacy in bone regeneration following tooth extraction. Conclusion: Although not all results demonstrated statistical significance, the clinical evidence suggests that PRF supports bone neoformation and reduces alveolar bone loss during the healing period, particularly within the first three to four months post-extraction. General field of study: Health Specific field of study: Dentistry Type of study: Systematic review.
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