ISSN:
1432-0878
Keywords:
Key words: Odontoblasts
;
Differentiation
;
Basal lamina
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Organ culture
;
Molar
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Incisor
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Mouse (Swiss)
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract. Matrix-mediated epithelio-mesenchymal interactions play a crucial role in the control of dental cytodifferentiations. Ultrastructural observation of the epithelio-mesenchymal junction in cultured embryonic mouse molars showed discrete zones with duplicated or multilayered basal laminae. The use of synthetic peptides demonstrated that the process was RGD*-independent, did not involve the YIGSR* sequence present on laminin and could occur spontaneously. Cultured incisors showed a similar but much more dramatic multiplication of the basal lamina. Furthermore, the deposition of multilayered basal laminae was specific for the labial aspect of the tooth and could be detected after 6 h of culture. Despite these alterations, preodontoblasts differentiated and gradients of differentiation were maintained, suggesting that among basement membrane constituents, the basal lamina itself does not play a critical role. More important is the inner dental epithelium which may still control odontoblast differentiation by means of diffusible molecules able to reach surface receptors expressed by preodontoblasts or matrix receptors underlying the basal lamina. Gradients of odontoblast differentiation could result from a progressive acquisition of competence by preodontoblasts.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s004410050270
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