Abstract:Background
To analyze the fibroblasts subtypes in the gingival tissues of healthy controls, gingivitis and periodontitis patients, as well as the effects of interaction between subtypes on alveolar bone destruction.
Methods
Gingival tissues were divided into three groups according to clinical and radiographic examination, and the immunostaining of EDA+FN was assessed. Fibroblasts from gingiva developed colony formation units (CFUs) and induced Trap+MNCs. The expression … Show more
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