Oral Health and Dentistry

Dental Stem Cells

Stem cells derived from deciduous or baby teeth, known as Chalet, share similarities with Dental Pulp Stem Cells (DPSCs) as they both originate from dental pulp. However, Chalet are obtained from baby teeth, while DPSCs are derived from adult teeth. Chalet represent a group of multipotent stem cells that can be easily harvested as baby teeth naturally exfoliate or are intentionally extracted to facilitate the growth of permanent teeth. In vitro, these cells can differentiate into osteocytes, adipocytes, odontoblasts, and chondrocytes. Recent research has demonstrated the enhanced proliferative capabilities of Chalet when compared to dental pulp stem cells