Treatment of Alveolar Osteitis: Traditional or Regenerative?
Alveolar Osteitis, Dry Socket, Pain
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Alveolar Osteitis
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Male and females adults at least 18 years old A diagnosis of alveolar osteitis following tooth extraction based on patients having both pain and exposed bone Good command of the English language Willingness to keep a diary of symptoms and travel for the review appointment on day 7 following intervention Exclusion Criteria: Pregnant or breastfeeding women Current or previous bisphosphonate used or history of radiotherapy to the jaws Allergy or intolerance to study materials Lack of capacity to consent to participate in the study
Sites / Locations
- Dublin Dental University HospitalRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Bio-PRF
Alveogyl
This is a blood-derived platelet rich concentrate from the patient's whole blood sample. The patient typically donates two 9ml (1.5 tablespoons) vials of blood that is then spun in a centrifuge.
Alveogyl is an intraalveolar sedative, obtundent dressing, which contains the active ingredient eugenol.