Gubernacular cord and canal: does these anatomical structures play a role in dental eruption?
RSBO (Impr.)
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10(2): 167-171, Apr.-Jun. 2013. ilus
Article
in English
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| ID: lil-695931
ABSTRACT
Introduction: The gubernacular cord is an original structure of the dental lamina, which undergoes apoptosis and their remnants were organized in the form of epithelial islets and strands that lined up, leaving the reduced epithelium of the enamel organ towards the oral mucosa. This structure is located within the gubernacular canal, which can be identified as a small opening in the alveolar region of the lingual or palatal surface of the deciduous teeth. Objective: To conceptualize, identify and assess the possible contribution of the gubernacular cord and canal in the process of tooth eruption. Literature review: A review of literature on Pubmed, Medline and Bireme databases, without datum restriction. Little amount of scientific articles were found, and only 14 studies were identified. The authors addressed the matter succinctly, with little information about these structures, which can play an important role in the process of tooth eruption. Conclusion: The gubernacular cord and canal are anatomical structures located in the alveolar bone crest of the maxilla or mandible, behind the deciduous teeth. These structures appear to exhibit the ability to aid the eruption path of the permanent teeth successors. Despite being a relevant subject, few professionals know this structure and its possible role in the process of tooth eruption.
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Systematic reviews
Language:
English
Journal:
RSBO (Impr.)
Journal subject:
Dentistry
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
University of São Paulo/BR
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