Accelerated construction of an in vitro model of human periodontal ligament tissue: vacuum plasma combined with fibronectin coating and a polydimethylsiloxane matrix
Tying shape memory wires to crowded teeth causes the wires to deform according to the dental arch. This deformation results in a resilient force that is delivered to the tooth. The appropriate amount of force can activate the osteogenetic and osteoclastic ability of the periodontal ligament (PDL) an...
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| Language: | English |
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PeerJ Inc.
2019-05-01
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| Series: | PeerJ |
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| Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/7036.pdf |