The blood used in this procedure is taken from the patient’s own body. A small sample is collected during a scheduled outpatient treatment. From this blood sample, platelets are extracted which contain the growth factor. Other advantages include:
- Lower infection risk – the Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is applied to the wound, actually sealing it away from infectious agents, lowering the risk of problems
- Accelerated healing – the natural healing ability of PRP results in faster tissue regeneration, which also decreases the risk of later infections, complications and patient discomfort
- Patient Comfort and Convenience – the amount of blood necessary from the patient is small, and can be collected during an outpatient procedure, and there is no risk of disease transmission since it comes from the patient’s own body
Platelet Rich Plasma can be utilized in many procedures, including bone grafting for implants, closure of cleft lip and palate, bone repair, sinus lifts, and repair of fistulas between the mouth and sinus cavity.
Burlington Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Doctors Conlon, Bruksch, Ozment, Richard, Fay, and Schmidt
190 Gardner Ave., Ste. 8 | Burlington, WI 53105
Phone: 262-763-8101 | Fax: 262-763-8103
Office Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – noon
Hours may vary occasionally due to hospital surgery and emergencies.