Cells with a unique capacity for
self-renewal and
potency are called
stem cells. With appropriate biochemical signals
stem,
cells can be transformed into desirable
cells.
Regeneration of oral and maxillofacial structures is earned out by using
stem cell therapy, and this has gained momentum in recent days.
Future tissues like
tissue engineered
bone grafts, engineered
joints and
cranial sutures can be developed with
stem cell therapy. We have described the properties, types and advantages of dental
stem cells. Emphasis is been given to the possibilities of
stem cell therapy in the oral and maxillofacial region including
regeneration of
tooth and craniofacial defects.