Platelet Rich Fibrin

PRF is considered one of the latest advances in oral and maxillofacial surgery to provide the patient with successful and predictable outcome. The procedure involves withdrawing a blood sample from the patient and then isolating the fibrin-rich platelets from the patient’s blood which is a very important biological component to speed healing, then placing it in the site of treatment whether it was bone grafting ,implant placement or other surgical procedures.  PRF can be used in different surgical procedures and the main advantages are that it speeds healing in the treated are, reduces post-operative discomfort, stimulates bone and soft tissue growth and provides successful surgical procedure outcomes.