Comparison of Osteogenic and Chondrogenic Differentiation Ability of Buccal Fat Pad Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Gingival Derived Cells

Conclusion:Based on the present results, BFP yields a greater proportion of stem cells compared to gingiva. Therefore, this tissue can be introduced as an easily available source for the treatment of periodontal defects and other maxillofacial injuries.
Source: Journal of Dentistry, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research