Influence of polylactic acid mesh on the incidence of localized osteitis.
A biodegradable polylactic acid surgical implant, designed to facilitate dental extraction wound heading, is described. Animal studies have proved the safety and tissue compatibility of the implanted polylactic acid material. A clinical study using this material in mandibular third molar extraction sites in human subjects is reviewed. Results of that study reveal the implant to be effective in reducing the incidence of localized osteitis following mandibular third molar extractions.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D004368:Dry Socket / Q000517:prevention & control*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007773:Lactates / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D019344:Lactic Acid; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D008964:Molar, Third / Q000601:surgery; D011091:Polyesters; D011108:Polymers / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D013526:Surgical Mesh; D014081:Tooth Extraction / Q000009:adverse effects; D014095:Tooth, Impacted / Q000601:surgery; D014945:Wound Healing
D007773:Lactates; D011091:Polyesters; D011108:Polymers; D019344:Lactic Acid; C033616:poly(lactide)