Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Platelet Rich Plasma, commonly known as PRP, is a concentrated component of your own blood that is rich in platelets and growth factors. Traditionally used in hospital settings due to the high cost and the large blood volume required for processing, PRP therapy is now more accessible thanks to advancements in medical technology. Today, doctors can obtain an adequate amount of PRP from just 55 cc of blood, drawn during an outpatient procedure. This innovation makes it easier and more efficient to use PRP in a variety of treatments to support healing and tissue regeneration.
Why PRP is Generating Buzz
At Trailhead Dental - Spokane, we’re excited to offer Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy because of its powerful ability to accelerate the body’s natural healing process. When your body begins to heal, it sends specialized cells—especially platelets—to the affected area. These platelets not only help form clots, but also release a variety of growth factors that play a crucial role in tissue repair.
The growth factors released by platelets, including Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (PDGF), Transforming Growth Factor Beta (TGF), and Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF), help stimulate stem cells to regenerate new tissue. The more growth factors present, the greater the regenerative response—resulting in faster and more efficient healing.
One important member of the TGF family is Bone Morphogenetic Protein (BMP), which has been shown to stimulate new bone growth in both animal and human studies. For our dental implant patients, this is especially valuable. By combining PRP and BMP with bone graft materials at the implant site, our team at Trailhead Dental can encourage more predictable and accelerated bone regeneration—leading to better outcomes and faster recovery times.
Discover the Power of PRP Therapy at Trailhead Dental - Spokane
At Trailhead Dental - Spokane, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is transforming the way we support healing and enhance surgical outcomes. Derived from a small sample of your own blood, PRP is rich in natural growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration—making it a valuable tool in many dental and oral surgery treatments.
Versatile Clinical Uses of PRP
PRP can significantly improve healing and outcomes in a range of procedures, including:
- Bone grafting for dental implants
- Onlay and inlay grafts
- Sinus lift procedures
- Ridge augmentation
- Repair of cleft lip and palate
- Closure of oral-sinus fistulas
- Bone defect repairs after tooth extraction or cyst removal
Why PRP is a Game-changer in Dental Care
- Safe & Natural: Since PRP comes from your own blood, there's no risk of disease transmission.
- In-Office Convenience: We prepare PRP during your visit using a quick and efficient process, often completed while you’re undergoing a procedure like dental implant placement.
- Accelerated Healing: The high concentration of growth factors enhances tissue regeneration and speeds up recovery.
- Cost-Effective: PRP is processed in-office using just 55 cc of blood—saving you from the higher costs of hospital-based blood processing.
- Enhanced Handling: PRP turns grafting materials into a gel-like consistency, making them easier to apply and more effective in complex procedures.
At Trailhead Dental - Spokane, we’re committed to delivering advanced, patient-centered care. PRP therapy is just one of the ways we help you achieve faster, safer, and more predictable results. Want to learn more or see if PRP is right for your treatment? Call us at 509-503-1115 to schedule your consultation.
