In a number of studies, patients treated with platelet-rich plasma were shown to heal up to six times faster compared to control groups not treated with platelet-rich plasma. Fast healing is always ideal in oral surgeries. Faster healing is typically associated with better outcomes as the tissues are less susceptible to bacterial infection.

Some additional benefits of PRP include:

• Faster tissue synthesis and regeneration
• Safe for a majority of patients
• PRP can be done at the same time as surgery, saving time
• Enhances bone graft procedures

While PRP comes with many benefits, it is not ideal for patients with hematologic or bleeding disorders. The doctor will go over your health status before recommending a treatment using platelet-rich plasma.