Platelet rich fibrin and its utility in nerve regeneration following maxillofacial procedures

Abstract

nerve injuries though rare are a common and worrisome occurrence that causes many varied clinical morbidities both motor and sensory. The paper aims to propose the use of Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) gel as a therapeutic adjunct in treating the same. PRF has a multitude of growth accelerating factors that enhance clinical healing. The same principle therefore has been employed in the proposed protocol. Conclusion: this technical note paper aims to lay foundation to the concept of incorporating PRF in routine therapeutics of maxillofacial surgery to enhance nerve injuries following such surgeries.