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[Periodontal regeneration by FGF2].

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Basic fibroblast growth factor (FGF2) shows promise for periodontal tissue regeneration. Clinical trials indicate FGF2 effectively regenerates lost periodontal structures, offering new hope for treating periodontitis.

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  • Periodontal medicine
  • Regenerative medicine
  • Biomaterials science

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  • Periodontitis, caused by bacterial plaque, leads to irreversible periodontal tissue destruction.
  • Current treatments for periodontitis lack regenerative capabilities for lost tissues.
  • Basic fibroblast growth factor (FGF2) is emerging as a potential therapeutic agent for periodontal regeneration.

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  • To explore the potential of FGF2 as a therapeutic agent for periodontitis.

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