title: The inverted periosteal flap: a source of stem cells enhancing bone regeneration.
abstract: The periosteum is a necessary component for bone growth, healing, and remodeling. It provides vascularity, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts. It is a regenerative source for stem cells similar to those obtained from bone marrow aspiration. This article describes the inverted periosteal flap technique at an oral bone graft site as a means of enhancing bone regeneration. The technique is recommended when augmenting sites with 3- or 4-wall defects, in conjunction with implant placement or in combination with bone graft surgery.
authors: LaSierra University, Riverside, CA 95203, USA. soltandds@aol.com
authors: Muna
authors: M
authors: Soltan
authors: Dennis
authors: D
authors: Smiler
authors: Christie
authors: C
authors: Soltan
mesh_terms: D053687:Adult Stem Cells; D001861:Bone Regeneration / Q000502:physiology*; D016025:Bone Transplantation / Q000379:methods*; D003758:Dental Implantation, Endosseous / Q000379:methods; D019250:Dental Implants, Single-Tooth; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D059630:Mesenchymal Stem Cells; D008875:Middle Aged; D010521:Periosteum / Q000166:cytology*; D013524:Surgical Flaps / Q000098:blood supply