RESOURCE PERSON:
Dr.Avinash Gandi - CEO
Mother Cell Regenerative Centre Pvt Limited, Trichy.

Organized by Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, JKKN Dental Collège & Hospital, Kumarapalayam, Namakkal.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF APPLICATION OF STEM CELLS IN DENTISTRY.

The application of stem cells in dentistry is an emerging field of regenerative medicine that has the potential to transform the way dental treatments are provided. The overarching goal of stem cell therapy in dentistry is to regenerate damaged or diseased oral tissue and improve oral health. Some specific objectives of stem cell therapy in dentistry are:

1. Treatment of dental pulp tissue: Dental pulp contains stem cells that can be developed into various types of tissue. Dentists can extract these stem cells and use them to generate new dentin, making it possible to repair certain types of tooth damage and even regrow teeth.

2. Improvement of bone regeneration: Stem cells can promote the growth of new bone, which is important for procedures such as dental implants, which require a solid foundation of bone to support the artificial tooth.

3. Treatment of periodontal disease: Stem cells can be used to regenerate the periodontal ligament and other tissues in the gums, helping to treat gum disease and improve overall oral health.

4. Reduction of healing time and improvement of success rate: Using stem cells in dentistry can lead to faster recovery times and better outcomes as stem cells have the ability to differentiate into the tissues necessary for wound healing and repair.

Overall, the application of stem cells in dentistry has the potential to revolutionize how dental treatments are provided, leading to improved oral health and patient outcomes.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Measurement of learning outcomes of the application of stem cells in dentistry can be assessed through various methods, including:

1. Written exams: Assessing students' knowledge of regenerative medicine, dental stem cells, and tissue regeneration through written exams can provide a quantitative assessment of student learning outcomes.

2. Laboratory projects: Students can be given laboratory projects that involve the extraction and growth of dental stem cells. Assessment of the projects can provide a practical assessment of student learning outcomes.

3. Research publications: Students and researchers can publish research articles in dentistry journals that demonstrate successful use of stem cells in dental applications. This provides a qualitative assessment of learning outcomes and demonstrates the application of stem cells in dentistry.

4. Clinical cases: Students can be evaluated on their ability to identify and propose stem cell-based solutions for treating oral health issues in clinical cases. This provides a practical assessment of knowledge and application of stem cells in dentistry.

5. Surveys: Surveys can be administered to students to assess their knowledge of stem cells in dentistry before and after the course or program. This provides a quantitative assessment of learning outcomes and the effectiveness of the course or program.