The efficacy of natural coral with and without platelet rich plasma in prevention of post-dental extraction alveolar bone loss

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2006
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Najafpour, Dr. Hamed Darzi
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Alveolar bone plays a key role in providing support to the teeth, which are anchored to the bone by periodontal fibers. Most of the bone mass in the mandible consists of cortical bone in the basal portion. Mechanical stimulation of alveolar bone during mastication is crucial in keeping the teeth and underlying bone healthy. However, it has been estimated that the alveolar bone is subjected to mechanical loads for only 15–20 min per day (Bates et al., 1975). These mechanical loads that are basically the masticatory forces, have a direct effect on the bone mineral density (BMD) and thickness of the cortical bone mass in the mandible (Klemetti et al., 1993). Local and systemic factors influence the overall healing process. However, regardless of the factors leading to alveolar lysis, the baseline characteristics of the alveolar bone play a crucial role. In patients whose alveolar bone is adequate in quantity and quality at the time of tooth loss, the adverse consequences of bone resorption are noticeable few weeks to months later.
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Dental science , Natural coral , Platelet , Alveolar
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