Platelet Rich Fibrin as a biomaterial in oral surgery

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This blog on a review of the efficacy of platelet rich fibrin (PRF) in oral surgery procedures was prepared by MSc Students from @UClanDentistry during a workshop with the @TheDentalElf. The review includes 30 small studies of limited quality more high quality studies are needed to assess effectiveness.

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Oro-antral communications: evidence for treatment approaches insufficient

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Only one small study comparing compared pedicled buccal fat pad and buccal flap for the management of oro-antral communications and fistulae was found for this Cochrane review update of this clinical question.

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Oro-antral communications – insufficient evidence for treatment approaches

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This Cochrane review of interventions for hte management of or-antral communications only identified 1 small trial which provides insufficient evidence for management of oro-antral communications.

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