FUNCTIONS OF PDL The periodontal ligament (PDL) is a vital component of the periodontium, responsible for maintaining the health and stability of your teeth. This thin layer of connective tissue, located between the tooth’s cementum and the alveolar bone, performs numerous essential functions. Under...
BLOOD AND NERVE SUPPLY, FUNCTIONS OF PDL The periodontal ligament (PDL) is a key component of the periodontium, providing essential functions that ensure the stability and health of the teeth. While its mechanical role in supporting teeth to the alveolar bone is well known, the blood supply of the P...
GROWTH FACTORS Growth factors play an essential role in wound healing and tissue regeneration, orchestrating the complex process of cell recruitment, proliferation, and differentiation. These signaling proteins ensure that damaged tissues are repaired effectively, contributing to the restoration of ...
PERIODONTAL LIGAMENT The periodontal ligament (PDL) is a critical component of the periodontium, anchoring the tooth to the jawbone and playing an essential role in maintaining tooth stability. This highly specialized connective tissue surrounds the tooth root, providing support and absorbing forces...
DENTOGINGIVAL JUNCTION The Dentogingival Junction (DGJ) plays a crucial role in maintaining periodontal health and ensuring a stable connection between the teeth and gums. This complex, multi-layered structure includes the junctional epithelium, epithelial attachment, and connective tissue fibers. U...