A subfamily of transforming growth factor is bone morphogenic protein (BMP). BMP has been shown to induce the formation of new bone in research studies in both animals and humans. This is of great significance to the surgeon who places
dental implants. By adding PRP and BMP to the implant site with bone substitute particles, the
implant surgeon can now grow bone more predictably and faster than ever before.
PRP can be used to aid
bone grafting for dental implants. This includes onlay and inlay grafts,
sinus lift procedures,
ridge augmentation procedures, closure of cleft and/or lip, and palate defects. It can also assist in repair of bone defects created by removal of teeth or small cysts and repair of fistulas between the sinus cavity and mouth.
Should PRP be used in all bone-grafting cases? Not always. In some cases, there is no need for PRP. However, in the majority of cases, application of PRP to the
bone graft will increase the final amount of bone present, in addition to making the wound heal faster and more efficiently.