Coronally advanced flap with platelet-rich fibrin or amniotic membrane
Originally at nature.com
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Why it matters for dental
Periodontists and general dentists who treat gingival recession now have higher-level evidence supporting platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) over amniotic membrane when added to coronally advanced flap procedures, potentially improving root coverage predictability and reducing re-treatment needs.
Key points
- Systematic review and meta-analysis with trial sequential analysis directly compares PRF versus amniotic membrane in coronally advanced flap surgeries for gingival recession defects.
- Published in Nature’s Dentistry section—peer-reviewed, high-impact evidence suitable for clinical guideline updates.
- Findings inform material selection in recession coverage cases where root coverage percentage and keratinized tissue gain are primary outcomes.
- Results may affect product purchasing decisions for periodontal and implant practices performing soft-tissue grafting.
Who should care
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