Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) therapy uses a small sample of your own blood to create a powerful healing membrane — applied during oral surgery or implant procedures to accelerate recovery, reduce infection risk, and improve long-term outcomes. No synthetic additives. No extra appointments. Just better healing, built into your visit.
What Is PRF?
Platelet-Rich Fibrin — PRF — is a regenerative therapy derived entirely from your own blood. A small sample is drawn at the start of your appointment and placed in a centrifuge, which spins it at a precise speed to separate and concentrate the platelets, growth factors, and fibrin naturally present in your blood.
The result is a fibrin membrane packed with the biological signals your body uses to repair tissue, fight infection, and build new bone. When applied to a surgical site — an extraction socket, an implant placement, an oral surgery wound — PRF jump-starts the healing process from the inside out.
Because it comes entirely from you, there is no risk of rejection, no synthetic additives, and nothing foreign introduced into your body. It is your own biology, concentrated and put to work exactly where you need it most.
PRF isn't a supplement to your procedure — it's a direct upgrade to how your body heals afterward. Here's what it means for your recovery.
The concentrated growth factors in PRF accelerate soft tissue and bone regeneration at the surgical site. Most patients notice significantly reduced swelling and faster closure compared to procedures performed without PRF.
PRF creates a natural biological barrier at the treatment site that actively resists bacterial colonization. This is especially valuable after extractions and implant placements, where open tissue is most vulnerable.
PRF is derived entirely from your own blood — no synthetic materials, no bovine products, no foreign substances. Because it comes from you, there is zero risk of rejection or adverse reaction. Your body recognizes it immediately as its own.
For dental implant patients, PRF supports osseointegration — the process by which the implant fuses with your jawbone. Studies show higher success rates and faster integration when PRF is used at the time of placement.
PRF is simple, fast, and done entirely at our office at the time of your procedure. Here's exactly what the process looks like.
A small sample of your blood is drawn at the beginning of your appointment — typically just before your procedure begins. The draw takes less than a minute and requires no special preparation on your part.
Your blood sample is placed in a centrifuge and spun at a carefully calibrated speed. This separates the platelets, growth factors, and fibrin from the rest of the blood — concentrating them into a potent healing membrane in just a few minutes.
The concentrated fibrin is removed and shaped into a membrane or plug, depending on the type of procedure. This takes place chairside and is ready to use within minutes of processing.
From the moment PRF is applied, your body's own growth factors get to work — stimulating tissue regeneration, supporting new bone formation, and reducing the inflammatory response that causes post-operative discomfort.
At most practices, PRF is either not offered at all, or requires coordination across multiple providers and visits. At Woodside Dental Group, PRF is performed in-house at the time of your procedure — no referrals, no scheduling across offices, no separate recovery periods.
When combined with IV sedation, the experience is seamless. While you rest comfortably, our team completes your procedure and applies PRF in the same appointment. You wake up with your treatment done and your healing already underway.
It's the same philosophy that drives everything we do: more done in less time, with better outcomes — all under one roof.
Commonly combined in one visit
Both PRF and PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) are regenerative therapies derived from your own blood, but PRF is considered the more advanced option. PRF requires no anticoagulants or additives — it is processed naturally, which results in a slower, more sustained release of growth factors. This makes PRF more biocompatible and more effective for long-term tissue regeneration than PRP.
Most patients find the blood draw very minor — comparable to a routine lab draw. It takes less than a minute and is done at the start of your appointment before your procedure begins. If you are receiving IV sedation, the draw is typically performed after sedation is initiated so you are fully relaxed.
Yes. Because PRF is derived entirely from your own blood, there is no risk of allergic reaction, rejection, or disease transmission. There are no synthetic materials or foreign substances involved. It is one of the safest adjunctive therapies available in dentistry.
PRF is an add-on to your procedure and does carry an additional fee. The exact cost depends on the procedure it is combined with. Our team will include PRF in your written treatment plan and cost estimate before any work begins. Financing is available if needed.
PRF is appropriate for most healthy patients undergoing oral surgery, implant placement, or extractions. Certain medical conditions or medications may affect platelet function and could impact candidacy. Dr. Green will review your medical history at your consultation and let you know if PRF is right for you.
No special preparation is required for PRF specifically. You should follow any pre-procedure instructions given for your primary treatment — for example, fasting requirements if you are receiving IV sedation. Staying well-hydrated before your appointment is generally recommended to make the blood draw easier.
Yes — and at Woodside Dental Group, it routinely is. PRF is prepared and applied during your procedure while you rest under IV sedation. There is no additional time or discomfort involved. It is simply built into your visit.
Ask us whether PRF is right for your procedure. Our team will walk you through exactly what to expect, what it costs, and how it fits into your treatment plan — before anything begins.
No referrals. No separate providers. Just one team, one visit, one plan.
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