Dr Navpreet Singh Bedi, a
dentist, talks to Mahesh Sharma about his latest research on the use of
platelet rich plasma in dental procedures
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a blood
derived concentrate of platelets and plasma that can be used in dentistry to
promote accelerated healing and regeneration of tissues. It certainly contains
growth factors that stimulate tissue repair and bone regeneration, making it a
valuable tool in several dental procedures.
PRP is created by drawing a patient’s
blood and centrifuging it to separate the platelets and plasma from other blood
components. The best part is that PRP is completely safe, since it is derived
from the patient’s own body there are no chances of allergic reactions,
rejection or blood transmitted diseases. It is a 100 per cent safe to use. It
is a promising therapy in dentistry that can accelerate healing and
regeneration, particularly in surgical procedures.
On the basis of my 15 years long experience in the application of
the research in several key areas of dentistry in India and the United States,
I found that the beauty of PRP lies in its natural and biocompatible nature.
Dental implants, teeth extractions, periodontal surgeries and grafting procedures
have already proved the skill to be beneficial for both, the patients and
surgeons, as with minimal financial input by the dentist more predictable and
faster recovery with less discomfort can be achieved.
For those
considering dental procedures that involve tissue regeneration, bone grafting,
or implant placement, PRP therapy offers a natural, safe and effective option
to enhance healing and achieve better results. By including PRP into dental
care, patients undergo advanced treatments that support long-term oral health
and well-being.
Having conducted intensive research in the
subject I have been fortunate to draw the attention of dentists of India and
the United States, where I pursued my 22 year long career in dentistry. Having
got a master’s degree in oral and maxillofacial surgery from Shri Guru Ram Das
Dental School, Amritsar, I served the community as a clinician, teacher and
researcher for almost a decade at Christian Dental College and Hospital,
Ludhiana. Despite relocations to various parts of the world I am committed to
uplifting dentistry in my native state through sharing the knowledge and
experience I have acquired and physically attending workshops and seminars.
Promoting new economical techniques that
can help patients save money on oral grafting procedures with excellent
outcomes should be the agenda of every dental surgeon and I am glad that my
research paper presented at the National Conference in India received
enthusiastic responses and sparked insightful discussions.
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