A natural adjunct therapy that uses your own blood platelets to support healing after periodontal surgery and implant placement, offered by our board-certified specialists on Wilshire Blvd.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) are adjunct therapies used alongside periodontal surgery and implant placement. Both are derived from a small sample of your own blood, drawn chairside on the day of your procedure and processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors your body naturally uses to repair tissue.
The concentrated material is placed at the surgical site during procedures such as gum grafting, bone grafting, or implant placement, where it may help support the body's own healing response in the treated area. Because it is made from your own blood, there is no risk of disease transmission or allergic reaction from the material itself.
PRP and PRF are not standalone treatments. They are used in addition to, not in place of, the periodontal or implant procedure itself, and our doctors will discuss whether adding this therapy makes sense for your specific case.
PRP/PRF therapy adds only a few minutes to your appointment and uses equipment already in our office.
On the day of your surgery, a small sample of blood is drawn from your arm, similar to a routine lab draw. This takes only a few minutes and is done chairside immediately before your procedure begins.
The sample is placed in a specialized centrifuge that spins the blood to separate and concentrate the platelets and plasma from the red blood cells, producing a platelet-rich concentrate ready for use within minutes.
The concentrated PRP or PRF is applied directly to the surgical site, such as a gum graft, bone graft, or implant site, as part of your periodontal or implant procedure and closed in along with the surgical treatment.
Dr. Rana Shahi, Dr. Priscilla Young, and Dr. Ivan Yi are all board-certified periodontists who perform grafting and implant surgery daily, not general dentists adding it to their practice.
Blood draw and centrifuge processing happen entirely within our Wilshire Blvd office on the day of your surgery, with no separate appointment or outside lab needed.
Our doctors evaluate each patient individually to determine whether PRP/PRF adds meaningful value to their specific surgical plan, rather than offering it as a blanket upsell.
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Schedule a consultation with one of our specialists to discuss whether PRP or PRF therapy fits your surgical plan. We welcome patients from throughout Los Angeles and accept most major insurance plans.
Both are derived from your own blood and processed in a centrifuge. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a liquid concentrate of platelets, while PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) is spun without anticoagulants, producing a denser, fibrin-based matrix. Your doctor will determine which form best suits your procedure.
Because the material is derived entirely from your own blood, there is no risk of disease transmission or allergic reaction from the concentrate itself. As with any blood draw, minor bruising at the draw site is possible. Our doctors will review your medical history to confirm you're a good candidate.
No. PRP/PRF is used as an adjunct that may support the body's own healing process at the surgical site. It is not a guarantee of a specific outcome or timeline, and individual healing varies based on the patient, the procedure, and overall health.
It's most commonly discussed alongside gum grafting, dental bone grafting, and dental implant placement, where it can be placed directly at the surgical site during your procedure.
No. The blood draw and centrifuge processing happen chairside on the same day as your periodontal or implant surgery, adding only a few minutes to your existing appointment.
Coverage varies by plan and is often considered an adjunct to the primary surgical procedure. Our team can help verify your specific benefits before your appointment. Please call us at (310) 473-3800 with any coverage questions.
Patients with certain blood or clotting disorders, or those on specific blood-thinning medications, may not be candidates. A review of your medical history during your consultation will help our doctors determine if PRP/PRF is appropriate for you.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Rana Shahi, Dr. Priscilla Young, or Dr. Ivan Yi at our Wilshire Blvd office. They'll review your surgical plan and medical history and let you know if adding PRP/PRF makes sense for your treatment.
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