Evaluation of Periapical Healing Following Endodontic Microsurgery With Leukocyte and Platelet Rich Fibrin (L-PRF)
Start Date
8/1/2024
Completion Date
6/30/2026
Summary
The purpose of the study is to evaluate peri-radicular healing after root-end surgery using Leukocyte and Platelet Rich Fibrin. The study population includes patients diagnosed with persistent periapical pathology and scheduled for Endodontic Microsurgery at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Department of Endodontics. Patients undergoing routine endodontic microsurgery and who meet the inclusion criteria will be given the opportunity to opt in to receive L-PRF in the osteotomy site to promote bone formation. Healing will be assessed radiographically and clinically at six, twelve, eighteen, and twenty-four months.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to No maximum
Interventions
Leukocyte and Platelet Rich Fibrin
Conditions
Locations
Penn Dental Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
United States