Application of Stem Cells in Dentistry: A Review Article

It is necessary to properly understand all biological processes behind the growth and development of the tissue if we want the tissue regeneration procedure to become part of daily practice. Tissue engineering is an interdisciplinary area that aims to discover new approaches to treating various medical conditions, and dentistry is no exception. In the last couple of years, studies on stem cells and tissue engineering have reported some new findings in dentistry that can give us hope in developing new guidelines and improving the old ones. There is excellent attention in researching this topic because most professionals, clinical practitioners, and researchers will agree that the best replacement for the lost tissue is not some material or artificial replacement but the biological tissue itself. It becomes essential with the fact that the average expected lifetime in this century will extend, which will make preserving teeth and oral structures even more meaningful. The broader application of procedures based on stem cells in dentistry could change daily practice and techniques that clinicians use in treating patients. Almost every branch of dentistry could benefit from these new findings. However, some obstacles should be resolved before stem cell therapy becomes part of daily dental practice.