Saudi Journal of Oral and Dental Research (SJODR)
Volume-3 | Issue-01 | 8-12
Review Article
Platelet-rich Fibrin in Sinus Lift Procedures: A Systematic Review
Dr. Saima Shaukat, Dr. Musarrat Siddiqui, Dr. Deborah Sybil
Published : Jan. 30, 2018
Abstract
The aim of this review was to evaluate literature on the efficacy of
platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) as a sole grafting material in sinus floor augmentation. The
main advantage of PRF is the avoidance of a second surgical site needed for the
harvest of autologous bone. A PubMed search was carried out, limited to human
studies for articles on PRF as a sole grafting material. 15 unique results were found.
Out of 15, 5 results met our inclusion criteria. All the studies were non-comparative
and were analyzed for sample size, case-selection criteria, surgical technique,
evaluation criteria, success rates and follow-up period. PRF showed promising
results as a grafting material and is a relevant biomaterial for natural bone
regeneration. Further, clinical studies including control groups in the form of
randomized controlled clinical trials are required to establish the efficiency of PRF as
a grafting material in sinus lift procedures.