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Protein WISDOM: A Workbench for In silico De novo Design of BioMolecules
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2013
We developed computational de novo protein design methods capable of tackling several important areas of protein design. To disseminate these methods we present Protein WISDOM, an online tool for protein design (http://www.proteinwisdom.org). Starting from a structural template, design of monomeric proteins for increased stability and complexes for increased binding affinity can be performed.
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Teeth
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2024
The formation of teeth, also known as odontogenesis, is a complex process that begins in utero, around the sixth week of embryonic development. There are three stages to this process: the bud stage, the cap stage, and the bell stage. In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin and...
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Isolation, Characterization and Comparative Differentiation of Human Dental Pulp Stem Cells Derived from Permanent Teeth by Using Two Different Methods
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2012
The method described isolation and characterization of human Dental Pulp Stem Cells (hDPSCs) by using either enzymatic dissociation of pulp (DPSC-ED) or direct outgrowth of stem cells from pulp tissue explants (DPSC-OG). Then followed by in vitro comparative differentiation of both types of hDPSCs into odontoblasts.
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Isolation of Gingival Immune Cell Network from Murine Teeth Blocks
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2025
This video demonstrates the isolation procedure of the gingival immune cell network from a mouse model. The enzymatic digestion releases the gingival tissue from the attached teeth and bone, which is further mechanically digested, releasing immune cells from the gingiva. The isolated cells are ready for immunological experiments.
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Rapid Isolation of Single Cells from Mouse and Human Teeth
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2021
The current protocol presents a fast, efficient, and gentle method for isolating single cells suitable for single-cell RNA-seq analysis from a continuously growing mouse incisor, mouse molar, and human teeth.
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Wisdom teeth undergo tissue mineralization within the jaw during late adolescence or early adulthood while their roots develop. Eruption then requires movement through gum tissue into the mouth. Tracking these sequential changes helps connect tooth formation with broader patterns of human dentition and craniofacial development.
Limited jaw space can alter the path available for a wisdom tooth as it approaches eruption. The tooth may remain trapped or become poorly aligned rather than reaching a normal position. This altered relationship matters because it can be associated with pain, infection, decay, or injury to neighboring teeth.
Their development provides a biological example of how dentition relates to craniofacial form. Comparing eruption and alignment with available jaw space helps researchers consider evolutionary changes in human jaws. It also links individual tooth development with broader changes in the structure of the human face and mouth.
Position and eruption status indicate how a wisdom tooth relates to surrounding jaw structures and whether it has emerged through the gums. These observations help clinicians determine whether the tooth can be monitored or whether its location or eruption pattern may contribute to clinical problems requiring treatment.
Removal may be considered when a wisdom tooth contributes to pain, infection, decay, or damage to a neighboring tooth. The decision is not based solely on its presence; clinicians also consider its position and eruption status. This approach connects biological assessment of dentition with treatment planning.
Monitoring allows clinicians to follow the position and eruption status of a wisdom tooth over time. In biological terms, this tracks whether development, root formation, and emergence are progressing in relation to the jaw. Clinically, the information supports continued observation or treatment if associated problems develop.