Throughout this book, we have explored the fascinating and complex world of the basement membrane (BM), emphasizing its critical roles in both health and disease, particularly within oral and maxillofacial contexts. This comprehensive examination underscores the BM's indispensable contribution to maintaining tissue integrity, facilitating cell signaling, and ensuring proper tissue repair and regeneration.Our journey began with an in-depth look at the BM's structure, revealing its layered composition and the intricate organization that underpins its functional versatility. The detailed...