WithdrawnPhase 3

Scaling and Root Planning With Localized Delivery of Autogenous Growth Factors- Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF)

Stopped: Fellow graduated before successfully enrolling any participants

United States0Started 2022-05

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this research study is to find out about the effect of growth factors extracted from blood on improving healing of periodontal pockets (Gum pockets) after deep gum cleaning.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Systemically healthy (ASA 1 or 2) adults over the age of 18 * A similar number of bilateral 5-8 mm pocket depths * Diagnosed with Stage II or Stage III chronic periodontitis. Exclusion Criteria: * Uncontrolled systemic illness that may affect healing or clotting such as diabetes mellitus, immunocompromisation, bleeding disorders, ongoing chemo- or radiotherapy * Active smokers * Pregnancy * Periodontal treatment in the last six months * Antibiotic therapy within three months prior to treatment * Taking medications that could affect periodontal status or healing