Influence of enamel matrix derivative on cells at different maturation stages of differentiation.

Enamel matrix derivative (EMD), a porcine extract harvested from developing porcine teeth, has been shown to promote formation of new cementum, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. Despite its widespread use, an incredibly large variability among in vitro studies has been observed. The aim of the...

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Main Authors: Richard J Miron, Oana M Caluseru, Vincent Guillemette, Yufeng Zhang, Anja C Gemperli, Fatiha Chandad, Anton Sculean
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3741386?pdf=render