Evaluation of Injectable Platelet Rich Fibrin (I-PRF) Versus Hyaluronic Acid with Bovine Derived Xenograft for Alveolar Socket Augmentation Pre-Implant Placement: A Case Report

Abstract

Alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) is regenerate and increase the amount of hard and soft tissue at the defect site. Injectable platelets rich fibrin (I-PRF) has the effect of promoting osteoblast migration, adhesion, proliferation, cell differentiation, and bone tissue formation. Hyaluronic (HA) has shown anti-inflammatory, anti-edema and antibacterial effects. A 37-year-old female patient had an ARP, the first socket (2nd premolar) was filled completely with xenograft mixed with hyaluronic acid to form sticky bone. the second socket (1st premolar) was filled also with xenograft bone mixed with I-PRF to form sticky bone, free gingival graft were sutured using 4-0 propylene sutures. Postoperative instructions were given to the patient along with antibiotics and analgesic to minimize the risk of postoperative infection and pain. After 4 months following spontaneous healing of the grafting surgery. In conclusion, both I-PRF and HA added a beneficial value to alveolar ridge augmentation.