PRF Applications in Endodontics

PRF Applications in Endodontics

Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is a second-generation autologous platelet aggregation biomaterial with a wide range of applications in medicine and dentistry. PRF is already frequently used for procedures such as bone grafting and sinus augmentation, but its application can extend to surgical and nonsurgical endodontic procedures as well. This handbook, the first of its kind, is designed to help the clinician understand and use PRF in endodontics. It discusses the science, clinical applications, and techniques for specialists and general practitioners in a concise, easy-to-read format. The applications for PRF for each endodontic procedure are laid out step-by-step with accompanying photographs and case studies.

Contents
Chapter 1. Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine
Chapter 2. History, Science, Armamentarium, and How to Make PRF
Chapter 3. Nonsurgical Application: PRF for Regeneration Endodontics
Chapter 4. Soft Tissue Applications
Chapter 5. Hard Tissue Applications
Chapter 6. PRF in Endodontic Surgery
Chapter 7. PRF for Socket Preservation

Editors
Mohammad (Mike) Sabeti, DDS, MA, currently serves as Director of Postgraduate Endodontics at University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics and has been invited to present at many meetings. In addition, he has received a Certificate in Recognition of Outstanding Services as a Faculty Member to the enhancement of education and clinical excellence, presented by the Advance Endodontics Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, and Certificate of Appreciation for the Service and Significant Contribution to Periodontal Division, University of Texas, Dental Branch. He was recognized by the UCSF's the Haile T Academy of Medical Educators with an Excellence in Teaching Award for 2019.

Edward S. Lee, DDS, is currently teaching at the UCSF Postgraduate Endodontic Clinic. Dr Lee is a recognized innovator in the field of endodontics. He invented and patented the MTA Pellet Forming Block over 20 years ago. The MTA Block is still in production and sold worldwide. He has lectured nationally and internationally about the MTA Pellet Forming Block technique and has published articles in peer-reviewed journals. He also participates in Dental Humanitarian Projects in Suqian and Chengdu, China.

Mahmoud Torabinejad, DMD, MSD, PhD, is currently the President and CEO of the Torabinejad Institute of Surgical Education and Research Venues in Irvine, California. He has teaching positions in endodontics at multiple schools and is the former professor of endodontics at multiple schools and is the former professor of endodontics and Director of Advanced Program in endodontics at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. He lectures internationally and has authored six textbooks and more than 350 publications. He is the #1 cited author in classic literature and regenerative endodontics in the field of endodontics. He is a past president of both the California Association of Endodontics and the American Association of Endodontists and has received numerous awards and accolades in the field of endodontics.

Contributors
Kayvon Javid • Yvonne Kapila • Gregori M. Kurtzman • Edward S. Lee • Carlos Fernando Mourão • Yogalakshmi Rajendran • Mohammad (Mike) Sabeti • C. Cameron Taylor • Mahmoud Torabinejad • Habib Torfi • Eric Wong