J Endod 2022 May 11. Epub 2022 May 11.
Genomics and Precision Dentistry Research Unit, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn, University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand; Dental Stem Cell Biology Research Unit, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand; Department of Physiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, 10330, Thailand. Electronic address:
Objectives: This study evaluated the use of the prostacyclin analogue, iloprost, as a root surface treatment agent in promoting acellular cementum(AC) formation and collagen reattachment following tooth replantation in vivo. In addition, its effect on human periodontal ligament cell(hPDLC) mineralization was assessed in vitro.
Methods: First molars of 8-weeks-old Wistar rats were extracted. Read More