Stem Cells
Stem cells have significant potential in oral surgery and dental medicine. Their applications include:
- Regenerative Dentistry: Stem cells can be used to regenerate dental tissues, such as pulp, dentin, and even whole teeth. This is particularly promising for treating conditions like pulpitis or for repairing damaged teeth.
- Bone Regeneration: Stem cells can aid in the regeneration of jawbone, which is crucial for patients undergoing dental implants or those with bone loss due to periodontal disease.
- Oral Mucosa Repair: They can be used to repair or regenerate oral mucosa in cases of severe injuries or conditions affecting the lining of the mouth.
- Tissue Engineering: Stem cells are key in creating tissue-engineered constructs that can be used to replace or repair damaged oral tissues.
- Personalized Treatments: Stem cells allow for more personalized and potentially more effective treatments by using the patient's own cells to minimize the risk of rejection and other complications.
Diseases of different severity or tissue defects of different size will undoubtedly require different amounts of stem cells to heal. Conceptually, the more teeth are banked, the greater the potential for sufficient stem cells to treat various diseases.
For more information, visit www.stemsave.com or contact our office.
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