Blood gel may keep jawbone strong after tooth loss
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This study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood (platelet-rich fibrin) can help preserve jawbone after a tooth is pulled. Forty adults had their tooth sockets filled with either the gel or a standard clot. Researchers used 3D scans to measure bone changes over 16 …
Sponsor: University of Guarulhos • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC