Periodontal Tissue Regeneration using Freeze-Dried Platelet-Rich Fibrin: A Case Report

Periodontal disease is a term for a disease that affects the periodontal tissues that surround and support the teeth. In its severe form, the tissue cannot heal itself; thus, special treatment and external materials are needed to help in tissue restoration. PRF is widely used in dentistry to help accelerate wound healing and tissue regeneration. A 45- year-old woman came with complaints of loose teeth and frequently swollen gums for the last 3 years. The clinical examination showed multiple tooth mobility, abscesses, and deep pockets. OPG showed severe bone loss, indicating periodontitis. The patient was treated by GTR surgery with the application of bone graft and freeze-dried PRF. This case report shows that bone graft combined with freeze-dried PRF produces satisfactory treatment outcomes, indicated by reduced tooth mobility, loss of pockets, and healthier periodontal tissue.