ISBN-13: 9783330016217 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 156 str.
Regenerative endodontics utilizes the inherent ability of the stem cells to differentiate into specific cell types. Dental stem cells along with a suitable scaffold allow the regeneration of the dental tissues and has been used to treat immature permanent teeth with chronic apical periodontitis. The aim of this treatment is to keep the pulp vital, allow root lengthening and thus avoid pulpectomy or extraction of the tooth.