TMJ Bioengineering: A review

Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research
Divya Mehrotra

Abstract

Regeneration using scaffolds, growth factors, and stem cells is being investigated worldwide. Pubmed search for scaffolds for condyle resulted in 102 articles, of which 24 analyzed Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) scaffolds and only 6 evaluated hydroxyapatite scaffolds. 17 articles report studies on TMJ disc regeneration. The ideal bone construct for repair should be able to replicate the lost structure, restore function, be harmless, reliable and biodegradable. Scaffolds act as carriers for mesenchymal stem cells and/or growth factors and are useful for cell adhesion, migration, proliferation, and differentiation. Gene therapy has also led to the accelerated effective bone regeneration. The major materials used as scaffolds are natural or synthetic polymers, ceramics, composite materials, and electrospun nanofibers. Mesenchymal stem cells are responsible for the formation of virtually all dental, oral, and craniofacial structures. Tissue-engineered bone can possess the customized shape and dimensions. It has the potential for the biological replacement of craniofacial bones.

Citations

Mar 8, 2019·The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery·Vignesh UVaibhav Anand
Feb 6, 2018·Tissue Engineering. Part B, Reviews·Espen HelgelandAnnika Rosén
Feb 3, 2018·International Journal of Molecular Sciences·Xavier Van BellinghenFlorence Fioretti
Jan 16, 2019·International Journal of Molecular Sciences·Francesca ZottiPier Francesco Nocini
Oct 9, 2020·Lasers in Surgery and Medicine·Vesna KaricHeidi Abrahamse

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