title: An insight into the possibilities of fibroblast growth factor in periodontal regeneration.
abstract: Periodontitis is caused by bacterial biofilms and is modulated by a variety of risk factors. The periodontal ligament comprises heterogeneous cell populations which are lost in the disease process. A variety of regenerative therapies, such as bone grafts, guided tissue regeneration treatment, application of enamel matrix derivative, have been introduced, with some success in periodontal tissue regeneration. Topical application of recombinant cytokines is now one of the most effective methods to stimulate stem cells. Researchers are now exploring the potential applications and uses of fibroblast growth factor in periodontal regeneration.
authors.affiliation: Consultant Periodontist, Calicut, India.
authors.forename: Sameera G
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Nath
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthodontics, Kerala State Co-operative Hospital Complex, Academy of Medical Sciences, Pariyaram Dental College, Kannur, Kerala, India.
authors.forename: Ranjith
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Raveendran
keywords: Fibroblast growth factor; periodontal regeneration; stem cells