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Area of Science:

  • Dental Science
  • Regenerative Medicine
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Exosomes are key intercellular communicators, gaining traction in regenerative medicine.
  • Over 5000 publications annually highlight their therapeutic and diagnostic potential, with significant focus in dentistry.
  • This review is the first scoping review to consolidate therapeutic exosome applications in regenerative dentistry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review and summarize all therapeutic applications of exosomes in regenerative dentistry.
  • To analyze the regenerative potential and diagnostic utility of exosomes derived from oral sources.
  • To assess the efficacy and advantages of exosomes compared to existing treatments.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic search identified 944 articles related to exosomes in the dental field.
  • 113 articles focusing on regenerative/therapeutic potential were selected for detailed analysis (in vitro, in vivo).
  • 47 diagnostic studies utilizing oral fluid-derived exosomes were also included.

Main Results:

  • Exosomes derived from dental pulp, periodontal ligament, and other oral cells demonstrated significant regenerative capacity for bone, cementum, nerves, and periodontal tissues.
  • Therapeutic exosome applications yielded positive outcomes in 100% of reviewed studies.
  • Exosomes outperformed rhBMP2 in bone regeneration, reduced inflammation, and showed superior stability against periodontal pathogens compared to growth factors and stem cells.

Conclusions:

  • Exosomes possess remarkable therapeutic potential in regenerative dentistry, offering advantages over traditional treatments.
  • Their stability, efficacy, and broad applicability make them valuable tools for clinicians.
  • Salivary and crevicular fluid exosomes show promise for diagnosing a wide range of systemic and oral diseases.