New Trends in PRF Therapy

Description:

The use of platelet concentrates has had a long history of use in various fields of medicine as an autologous source of growth factors fabricated utilizing centrifugation of blood under various conditions. Over the past 10 years, platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) has seen a steady increase in utilization for a variety of medical procedures due to its lack of anti-coagulation factors favoring fibrin clot formation and faster wound healing. This talk aims to highlight the recent advancements made with respect to the newest formulations of platelet concentrates including recent developments in horizontal centrifugation. Thereafter, the Bio-Heat technology will be presented with the ability to extend the working properties of PRF from 2-3 weeks to 4-6 months. Lastly, focus on orthopedics in the TM joint and uses to rehab athletes and pain.

Learning Objectives:
       

1. Optimization of protocols for any centrifugation device
2. Update on Bio-Heat technology and the ability to extend the working properties of PRF from 2-3 weeks to 4-6 months
3.  Launch of the Bio-Cool technology
4. New uses of PRF in Periodontology and the TM Joint
5. Applications in orthopedics and uses to rehab athletes and pain