Guided Tissue Regeneration
| Definition: |
The repopulating of the periodontium, after treatment for periodontal disease. Repopulation is achieved by guiding the periodontal ligament progenitor cells to reproduce in the desired location by blocking contact of epithelial and gingival connective tissues with the root during healing. This blocking is accomplished by using synthetic membranes or collagen membranes. |
| Notes: |
note category: a periodontal technique |
| Previously Indexed: |
Periodontal Diseases (1986-1991),Periodontal Ligament (1986-1991),Periodontitis (1986-1991),Periodontium (1987-1991),Regeneration (1986-1991) |
Guided Tissue Regeneration Definitions and Terms
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