Miguel Noronha
Application of platelet concentrates in bone regeneration: biomaterials
- Integrated Master’s in Dentistry at the Faculty of Dental Medicine, University of Porto.
- Postgraduate Degree in Endodontics at the Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Norte (Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Norte).
- Postgraduate Degree in Implantology at the Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Norte (Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde Norte).
- MSc in Dentistry – Concentration Area in Implantology at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil.
- Specialization in Implantology, Avantis College (Brazil).
- Specialization in Dental Prosthetics, Avantis University, Zenith Continuing Education (Brazil).
- PhD in Dentistry – Concentration Area in Implantology at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) (Brazil).
Nationality: Portugal
Scientific areas: Periodontology
8 of november, from 14h30 until 14h55
Auditorium A
Conference summary
Bone regeneration is a challenge in the field of dentistry, and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) has emerged as an effective alternative to accelerate this process.
This lecture aims to explore the use of PRF in bone regeneration, detailing its properties, mechanisms of action, and the scientific evidence supporting its efficacy.
PRF is obtained from the patient’s blood, concentrating platelets and growth factors that stimulate healing and bone formation.
Compared to platelet-rich plasma (PRP), PRF offers advantages such as the gradual release of growth factors and greater stability. PRF works by promoting cell proliferation, angiogenesis, and differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells, thereby accelerating bone regeneration.
The main clinical uses of PRF will be presented, supported by scientific evidence showing that PRF results in faster healing and better outcomes compared to other biomaterials.
The lecture will also discuss the advantages of PRF, such as biocompatibility and low cost, as well as its limitations, such as variability in preparation.