Transforming Dental Regeneration with REGENFAST®

In the world of dental regeneration, achieving predictable and efficient outcomes for both hard and soft tissue regeneration can be daunting. Dental professionals, especially beginners, often face challenges in bone graft stabilization, ensuring proper soft tissue healing, and managing long recovery periods. Traditional techniques, like Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR), can be complex and time-consuming, leaving professionals searching for more efficient solutions.

This is where REGENFAST® comes in. Designed to enhance both hard and soft tissue regeneration, REGENFAST® is revolutionizing the way dentists approach GBR. By promoting faster bone formation and improving wound healing, REGENFAST® simplifies the treatment process for dental professionals.

In this interview, Dr. Urban discusses his experience with REGENFAST® and how it compares to other materials like PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factor) and BMP-2 (Bone Morphogenetic Protein-2). For those new to the field, his advice will help you understand how to integrate REGENFAST® into your practice effectively.

Understanding the Need for Improved Regeneration

One of the biggest challenges in dental regeneration is achieving stable, long-lasting outcomes in both bone and soft tissue. While bone graft materials have evolved, traditional methods often fall short when it comes to stability and predictable healing. GBR procedures, for example, can be particularly complex, especially for beginners. Bone graft materials need to be stabilized during surgery to avoid displacement, and this process can add complexity to an already intricate surgical procedure.

Moreover, long healing periods—often up to nine months for vertical ridge augmentations—create hurdles in patient management and satisfaction. For professionals new to these techniques, mastering both the material handling and surgical processes can be overwhelming. REGENFAST® offers a solution that tackles these challenges head-on, allowing earlier implant placement in staged GBR procedures¹.

What is REGENFAST®?

REGENFAST® is an advanced regeneration material that can be used together with biomaterials such as bone grafts^2,3. It comes as a gel, making it easy to integrate with autogenous bone and other graft materials like Geistlich Bio-Oss®⁴. As Dr. Urban explains in the video interview below, the unique formulation of REGENFAST® enhances the stability of bone grafts, particularly in complex cases involving vertical ridge augmentation, bone dehiscence, and papilla defects.

Dental experts like Dr. István Urban, founder of the Regeneration Institute in Budapest, have seen first-hand the transformative results REGENFAST® delivers. According to Dr. Urban, the product significantly improves the maturation and corticalization of bone, which is a game-changer for achieving long-term success in GBR procedures. Even in large augmentations of 5 to 10 mm, the bone quality observed after using REGENFAST® is remarkable, allowing for faster and more efficient patient recovery.

Clinical Applications: From Small Cases to Complex Augmentations

REGENFAST® is versatile, offering benefits across a range of clinical scenarios, from small periodontal defects to larger, more complex vertical ridge augmentations.

In a typical small case (unpublished case by Dr. Urban) involving bone dehiscence, the use of REGENFAST® combined with Geistlich Bio-Oss® has shown significant improvements in graft stability. This makes it easier to maintain the integrity of the bone graft while the membrane is secured with titanium pins. Dr. Urban has successfully used REGENFAST® in small regenerative cases, noting its effectiveness in stabilizing the graft and enhancing soft tissue healing.

For larger, more complex cases, such as vertical ridge augmentation, REGENFAST® provides superior results compared to traditional bone graft materials alone. Dr. Urban shares that, in a number of large vertical augmentation cases, he observed highly corticalized bone, something rarely seen with other materials. This enhanced bone quality has the potential to reduce the time required for patient healing.

Combining REGENFAST® with Other Materials

One of the key advantages of REGENFAST® is its ability to work in synergy with other regenerative materials, such as Geistlich Bio-Oss®. When combined, these materials create a stable environment for bone regeneration, which is critical for the long-term success of GBR procedures.

Dr. Urban has also found REGENFAST® to be highly effective when used with connective tissue grafts. It helps promote soft tissue healing, further reducing the risk of complications during the post-surgical recovery phase. Beginners can start by using REGENFAST® in conjunction with autologous bone or bone substitutes to foster their integration in the context of regenerative therapy².

Conclusion

REGENFAST® is changing the landscape of dental regeneration by offering a simple, effective solution for both hard and soft tissue healing. Its ease of use and remarkable results make it an invaluable tool for dental professionals. With faster healing, enhanced bone formation, and improved outcomes, REGENFAST® is set to become a staple in modern dental regeneration practices.

Interested in learning more about REGENFAST®?

Join us at the upcoming Geistlich Corporate Forum at the European Association for Osseointegration (EAO) congress on Thursday, October 24^th, 2024, at 5:00 PM in Milan, Italy, where leading experts, including Dr. István Urban, Dr. David Palombo, and Dr. Daniele Cardaropoli, will discuss the latest advancements in dental regeneration, including REGENFAST®. This is your opportunity to connect with thought leaders, explore cutting-edge techniques, and discover how to take your practice to the next level.

References

1. Beretta M, et al.: Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2024 Feb 16;0(0):1-23

2. Instructions for Use REGENFAST®

3. Data on File, Geistlich Pharma AG 2023

4. Cairo F, et al.: Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2024 Feb 16;0(0):1-24