Dental Stem Cells- Potential for Tooth Regeneration

Abstract

Dental Stem cells are undifferentiated cells isolated from tooth and associated structures. Dental stem cells can be easily obtained from both adult and deciduous teeth, the periodontal ligament, the apical papilla and the dental follicle. Their subsequent differentiation can be utilized to replace the lost tooth structures. Here we aim to highlight potential of dental stem cells from varied origin for tooth regeneration. Several studies have demonstrated tooth tissue regeneration. Application of recent 3D bioprinting technology has further enhanced probability of accurate tooth tissue regeneration. However complete tooth regeneration is still a future thing.