Stem Cells Found in Dental Pulp

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In a recent study published in the J. of Endodontics (August, 2008), study investigators made use of stem cells that were collected from primary (baby) teeth that have fallen out in order to cultivate pulp tissue in mice. It worked! Pulp tissue (found in the centre of the teeth) includes the nerves, blood vessels, and some other tissues.

 

Stem cells were previously found by NIDCR researchers five years ago in baby teeth that had fallen out. Stem cells are able to separate and create numerous diverse cell types, which include nerve cells, bone cells, and fat. It is estimated that a primary tooth has fifteen stem cells. These more recent investigators have suggested that stem cells may be modified to produce dental pulp, or other tooth parts. These cells could also be banked and used at a future date as needed for other medical conditions and diseases.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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