Abstract
Introduction: This study evaluated the use of the prostacyclin analog iloprost as a root surface treatment agent in promoting acellular cementum (AC) formation and collagen reattachment after tooth replantation in vivo. In addition, its effect on human periodontal ligament cell (hPDLC) mineralization was assessed in vitro. Methods: First molars of 8-week-old Wistar rats were extracted. In 1 group, the root surfaces were treated with Hank's balanced salt solution (HBSS), and the other group's root surfaces were treated with 10−6 mol/L iloprost before replantation. At day 30, maxillae were prepared for micro–computed tomographic imaging and histomorphometric analysis. The effect of iloprost on mineralization by hPDLCs was analyzed by mineralized nodule formation and quantitative polymerase chain reaction at 7 and 14 days. Results: Micro–computed tomographic imaging demonstrated a significant higher bone volume in the iloprost groups, whereas the HBSS groups had extensive bone and root resorption. Histologic analysis revealed deposition of a thick AC layer along the root in the iloprost group with well-organized periodontal ligament fibers inserted into the cementum. The HBSS group demonstrated more osteoclasts than the iloprost group. In vitro, iloprost-treated hPDLCs had a significantly increased RUNX2, OSX, BSP, and ALP gene expression that coincided with an increased deposition of mineralized nodules. These effects were abrogated by a PGI2 receptor inhibitor. Conclusions: Our results revealed that iloprost promoted PDL regeneration in replanted molars. Furthermore, resorption of the roots was decreased, whereas AC deposition was stimulated. Iloprost-treatment increased hPDLC mineralization and was mediated by PGI2 receptor activation. These observations indicate that iloprost may be a promising root surface treatment agent.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1046-1054 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Journal of endodontics |
Volume | 48 |
Issue number | 8 |
Early online date | 11 May 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Aug 2022 |
Bibliographical note
Funding Information:This project was supported by the National Research Council of Thailand (grant no. NRCT5-RSA63001-13 ); a dental faculty research grant (grant no. DRF62-001 ); and the Second Century Fund (C2F), Chulalongkorn University . We thank Biomaterial Testing Center; Assoc Prof Sutada Lotinun; Kevin Tompkins, DMD, PhD, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University; and H.E. Prof Ngy Meng for the kind assistance and advice. We also thank Prof Prasit Pavasant for his guidance in this study.
Funding Information:
This project was supported by the National Research Council of Thailand (grant no. NRCT5-RSA63001-13); a dental faculty research grant (grant no. DRF62-001); and the Second Century Fund (C2F), Chulalongkorn University. We thank Biomaterial Testing Center; Assoc Prof Sutada Lotinun; Kevin Tompkins, DMD, PhD, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University; and H.E. Prof Ngy Meng for the kind assistance and advice. We also thank Prof Prasit Pavasant for his guidance in this study. The authors deny any conflicts of interest related to this study.
Publisher Copyright:
© 2022 American Association of Endodontists
Funding
This project was supported by the National Research Council of Thailand (grant no. NRCT5-RSA63001-13 ); a dental faculty research grant (grant no. DRF62-001 ); and the Second Century Fund (C2F), Chulalongkorn University . We thank Biomaterial Testing Center; Assoc Prof Sutada Lotinun; Kevin Tompkins, DMD, PhD, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University; and H.E. Prof Ngy Meng for the kind assistance and advice. We also thank Prof Prasit Pavasant for his guidance in this study. This project was supported by the National Research Council of Thailand (grant no. NRCT5-RSA63001-13); a dental faculty research grant (grant no. DRF62-001); and the Second Century Fund (C2F), Chulalongkorn University. We thank Biomaterial Testing Center; Assoc Prof Sutada Lotinun; Kevin Tompkins, DMD, PhD, Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University; and H.E. Prof Ngy Meng for the kind assistance and advice. We also thank Prof Prasit Pavasant for his guidance in this study. The authors deny any conflicts of interest related to this study.
Keywords
- Acellular cementum regeneration
- bone remodeling/regeneration
- matrix mineralization
- periodontal ligament
- prostacyclin analog
- tooth regeneration/transplantation