Method: The realisation that adult somatic cells can be reprogrammed into pluripotent cells is revolutionising the way diseases are researched and is set to transform the way diseases are treated. In recent years the use of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) in dentistry has begun to be investigated. While this work is still in its infancy, iPSC are demonstrating great potential for use in the regeneration of dental tissues.
Result: While this work is still in its infancy, iPSC are demonstrating great potential for use in the regeneration of dental tissues.
Conclusion: In this presentation an introduction to iPSC properties and their potential application as therapeutic agents in medical research will be presented. In addition and overview of recent developments in the use of iPSC in dental tissue regeneration will be presented.
This work was funded by the national Health & Medical Research Council of Australia.