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The aim of this study is to compare the clinical results of combining a pedicle connective palatal flap with a trapezoid buccal flap with the standard buccal flap alone in the closure of oro-antral fistula (OAF), and the buccal flap combined with leukocyte and platelet rich fibrin.
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Eligible population among those older than 18 y.o, systemically healthy, with a diagnosis of OAC (OroAntral Communication), or with a strong pre-extractive radiographic suspicion of potential OAC, and associated symptoms (varying among cheek pain with nasal obstruction, purulent rhinorrhea, foul odor, foul taste, headaches, anterior maxillary tenderness, and postnasal drip) .
Exclusion criteria
i) received antibiotic therapy in the last 3 months ii) requiring anticoagulation therapy iii) had systemic diseases that could interfere with oral tissue healing process/bleeding iv) were using bisphosfonates v) were pregnant vi) had mental/physical disabilities vii) underwent radiation treatment to the head or neck region.
60 participants in 3 patient groups
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Nicola Baldini
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