Periodontal Membrane (IMAGE)

University of California - Los Angeles

Periodontal Membrane

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A multifunctional periodontal membrane is surgically inserted into the pocket between affected gums and tooth. This new membrane has shown to protect the site from further infection as well as to help regrow bone.

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UCLA School of Dentistry

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