Surgery Flashcards
1
Q
Indications for Perio regenerative technique
A
Good compliant patient Non smoker Good response to NSPT 2 or 3 walled bony defect Class II Furcation Infrabony defects
2
Q
What is Emdogain?
A
Growth factor
Enamel matrix proteins
Exposure of cells of dental follicle to amelogenins results in cementogenesis
Root surface coated in emdogain attracts mesenchymal cellls
Attachment and proliferation
Differentiation of cells to form collagen and acellular cementum
Alveolar bone formation
3
Q
Where is platelet rich fibrin obtained ?
A
Patients own blood
4
Q
Why may recombinant growth factors not be suitable for periodontal regeneration ?
A
Need new cementum and PDL also