Local Regeneration of Dentin-Pulp Complex Using Controlled Release of FGF-2 and Naturally Derived Sponge-Like Scaffolds

Restorative and endodontic procedures have been recently developed in an attempt to preserve the vitality of dental pulp after exposure to external stimuli, such as caries infection or traumatic injury. When damage to dental pulp is reversible, pulp wound healing can proceed, whereas irreversible da...

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Main Authors: Chiaki Kitamura, Tatsuji Nishihara, Masamichi Terashita, Yasuhiko Tabata, Ayako Washio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:International Journal of Dentistry
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/190561