Demineralized Freeze-Dried Bone Allograft (DFDBA)

A demineralized freeze-dried bone allograft (DFDBA) is an allograft composed of demineralized bone matrix (DBM) following the demineralization of a freeze-dried bone allograft (FDBA). Though a variety of bone graft options have been used in the regeneration of periodontal tissue, DFDBA is used the most often. It has been shown to be effective in the reconstruction of both furcation and periodontal defects and has also demonstrated osteoinductive effects. When implanted in bone that is already well-vascularized, it has the ability to stimulate cell attachment, cell migration, and osteogenesis. DFDBA contains bone morphogenic protein (BMP) that causes new bone formation to take place during healing. It is therefore an effective option for bone regeneration. Some dental and oral surgery patients may require bone enhancing procedures prior to receiving an implant or other dental prosthesis. Due to the many benefits of DFDBA, it is a commonly used material for such bone enhancement and bone development processes.