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Using L-PRF in Dental Care for Accelerated Healing [Video Inside]

L PRF Dental in Butler, PA [Video Inside] | Accelerate Your Healing

When you have a cut, your body has a natural way of healing the wound. First, it forms a blood clot to stop the bleeding and seal the injury. Then, white blood cells take action, clearing away bacteria and debris. Next, new cells form, creating new tissue that heals over the cut. Finally, over time, your body will strengthen the new skin, restoring you to good-as-new. After an oral surgery, the healing process is quite similar. But at Brockley Dental Center, we may be able to accelerate your recovery using your body’s own healing properties! Using L-PRF after dental surgery helps support the healing process, potentially reducing post-operative discomfort and possibly improving the outcome of your procedure!

What Is L-PRF?

L-PRF stands for Leukocyte platelet-rich fibrin. Each component of this treatment is made from your body’s own blood, which is formed into a membrane that facilitates the healing process.

  • Leukocytes, also known as white blood cells, help neutralize bacteria and clear the wound.
  • Platelets help form the clot at the site of the wound, preventing bleeding.
  • Fibrin is a protein that forms a meshwork or matrix, allowing new cells to form and grow.

Just like when your body naturally heals you after a minor injury, the L-PRF membrane uses your body’s natural healing agents to accelerate your recovery.

How Do We Use L-PRF in Dental Care?

In dental care, we use L-PRF to help your gums and bone repair after oral surgery.

This technique involves taking a small blood sample and spinning it in a centrifuge. The force of the centrifuge separates blood components, creating a layered collection of platelet-rich fibrin. After extracting the L-PRF membrane, we place it on your surgical site. Over time, the L-PRF releases important growth factors that support your healing process.

Typically, we use L-PRF treatment after an oral surgery, such as an extraction or dental implant placement. When in combination with bone grafting material, L-PRF can also rebuild lost bone more quickly, forming new solid bone in its place.

The Benefits of L-PRF Treatment

Because L-PRF contains a high concentration of growth factors, it typically facilitates faster healing.

When placed around a surgical site, the material may enhance tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation during the recovery process. With less inflammation, patients tend to experience less discomfort and a reduced risk of infection. Depending on the nature of the procedure and the patient, L-PRF may even improve the outcome of an oral surgery!

And because L-PRF comes from your body’s own natural healing properties, it is biocompatible. The membrane interacts well with your body, creating a natural boost to your healing.

Accelerate Your Healing With L-PRF Dental Care in Butler, PA!

The body has an incredible ability to heal itself. But by using L-PRF treatment after dental surgery, we may be able to accelerate your healing process! L-PRF is a membrane made up of your body’s own healing properties that promotes tissue regrowth and reduces inflammation. With this treatment, patients typically experience a faster recovery, more comfortable healing, and a better overall outcome to their treatment.

Book an appointment today and ask about using innovative L-PRF treatment at our office in Butler, PA.

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Donald B. Brockley, DMD

Dr. Brockley earned his doctorate degree in Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine in 1972. He is a second generation dentist and a legacy of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine where his father, Dr. Charles R. Brockley earned his doctorate in general dentistry in the year 1927. While attending the University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, he held the office of Class Secretary for his graduating class. Following dental school, he chose to do his residency training at Wilmington Medical Center in Wilmington, Delaware, with a focus on research. Upon completing his residency, Dr. Brockley enlisted in the Navy during the Vietnam War Era as a Naval Officer. Dr. Brockley opened his own private practice 1975 in Butler, PA a historic town just 34 miles north of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brockley held the office of President of the Butler County Dental Society. After many years of practice, Dr. Brockley realized that fear is the #1 reason why people do not visit their dentist regularly. Therefore, he made it his mission to find an alternative way to practice (and to help his patients overcome this fear). This alternative was through Sedation Dentistry. In 1996 he became trained in Conscious Oral Sedation. This technique allowed him to treat fearful patients by gently putting them to sleep with the aid of a pill, not needle IV sedation which was the popular treatment at that time. Dr. Brockley received his dental training at the following institutions: University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA University of North Carolina, School of Dentistry, Raleigh, NC Mini Dental Implant Training Centre, Buffalo, NY. Due to the high number of patients who are diabetic in his practice, his next goal was to understand the impact of Diabetes in Dentistry. Due to the subset of Diabetic patients in his practice who had similar recurring oral and systemic health problems, special attention became warranted. This led to a different standard of care and treatment for patients whose health was compromised by diabetes. Early detection, observation, evaluation and treatment to eradicate infection plays a major role in maintaining oral health for diabetic patients. Poorly managed treatment for diabetic patients has been shown to lead to a higher risk of uncontrolled gum disease and vice versa, making prevention of gum disease the #1 priority for this subset of patients. Dr. Brockley’s research on dentistry for diabetics led him to his next specialization: the treatment and eradication of gum disease. His aim has been to change the the treatment of gum disease, also known as periodontal disease. For this reason, he designed a radically different protocol to the Soft Tissue Management (STM) program. STM treats the symptoms of gum disease, and more importantly, the underlying cause of gum disease, bacteria. Studies have shown that gum disease affects 80% of American adults. However, Dr. Brockley has observed that more than 90% of his baby boomer patients have gum disease. His unique STM protocol has shown significant success within his patient population. With patient knowledge, understanding, and cooperation, Dr. Brockley is able to arrest and manage gum disease in his practice. After perfecting his procedures for crowns, bridges, partials and dentures to replace missing teeth, the introduction of Small Diameter Implants (also known as SDI or Mini Dental Implants) into his practice has revolutionized the way Dr. Brockley practices cosmetic dentistry. Small Diameter Implants provide the possibility of full mouth restoration, multiple teeth restoration, or single tooth restoration. Small Diameter Implants can be implemented in all types of tooth and bone conditions, in all ages, and in all types of health conditions. Dr. Brockley uses Small Diameter Implants to restore chewing ability and create beautiful smiles, which ultimately changes peoples’ lives. Dr. Brockley is the proud owner and operator of the first Mini Dental Implant Center of America in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Dr. Brockley has achieved Diplomate status in the International Academy of Mini Dental Implants. He is the President Emeritus of the Butler County Dental Society. Dr. Brockley was also a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps. He is a a lifetime member of the Delta Sigma Dental Fraternity, and he was the Class Secretary for the University of Pittsburgh Dental School. Dr. Brockley likes to spend time with his family at home or while traveling, has been an avid scuba diver since 1980, and describes himself as a “just okay” golfer.

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