Enhancing the Biological Properties of Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Calcium Silicate Cements: An In Vitro Study

(1) Background: This study aimed to enhance the biological properties of hydraulic calcium silicate cements (HCSCs) by incorporating organic and inorganic components, specifically elastin-like polypeptides (ELPs) and bioactive glass (BAG). We focused on the effects of these composites on the viability, migration, and osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament fibroblasts (hPDLFs). (2) Methods: Proroot MTA was supplemented with 1-5 wt% 63S BAG and 10 wt% ELP. The experimental groups contained various combinations of HSCS with ELP and BAG. Cell viability was assessed using an MTT assay, cell migration was evaluated using wound healing and transwell assays, and osteogenic activity was determined through Alizarin Red S staining and a gene expression analysis of osteogenic markers (<i>ALP</i>, <i>RUNX-2</i>, <i>OCN</i>, and <i>Col1A2</i>). (3) Results: The combination of ELP and BAG significantly enhanced the viability of hPDLFs with an optimal BAG concentration of 1-4%. Cell migration assays demonstrated faster migration rates in groups with 2-4% BAG and ELP incorporation. Osteogenic activity was the highest with 2-3% BAG incorporation with ELP, as evidenced by intense Alizarin Red S staining and the upregulation of osteogenic differentiation markers. (4) Conclusions: The incorporation of ELP (organic) and BAG (inorganic) into HCSC significantly enhances the viability, migration, and osteogenic differentiation of hPDLFs. These findings suggest that composite HCSC might support healing in destructed bone lesions in endodontics.

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Journal of Functional Biomaterials
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2024-11-10
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https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb15110337
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Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
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Enhancing the Biological Properties of Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Calcium Silicate Cements: An In Vitro Study

Jiyoung Kwon, Duck-Su Kim, Hyun‐Jung Kim, Ji‐Hyun Jang et al.
3 citations
Journal of Functional Biomaterials
Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
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Enhancing the Biological Properties of Organic–Inorganic Hybrid Calcium Silicate Cements: An In Vitro Study

Jiyoung Kwon, Duck-Su Kim, Hyun‐Jung Kim, Ji‐Hyun Jang, Minji Choi
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(1) Background: This study aimed to enhance the biological properties of hydraulic calcium silicate cements (HCSCs) by incorporating organic and inorganic components, specifically elastin-like polypeptides (ELPs) and bioactive glass (BAG). We focused on the effects of these composites on the viability, migration, and osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament fibroblasts (hPDLFs). (2) Methods: Proroot MTA was supplemented with 1-5 wt% 63S BAG and 10 wt% ELP. The experimental groups contained various combinations of HSCS with ELP and BAG. Cell viability was assessed using an MTT assay, cell migration was evaluated using wound healing and transwell assays, and osteogenic activity was determined through Alizarin Red S staining and a gene expression analysis of osteogenic markers (<i>ALP</i>, <i>RUNX-2</i>, <i>OCN</i>, and <i>Col1A2</i>). (3) Results: The combination of ELP and BAG significantly enhanced the viability of hPDLFs with an optimal BAG concentration of 1-4%. Cell migration assays demonstrated faster migration rates in groups with 2-4% BAG and ELP incorporation. Osteogenic activity was the highest with 2-3% BAG incorporation with ELP, as evidenced by intense Alizarin Red S staining and the upregulation of osteogenic differentiation markers. (4) Conclusions: The incorporation of ELP (organic) and BAG (inorganic) into HCSC significantly enhances the viability, migration, and osteogenic differentiation of hPDLFs. These findings suggest that composite HCSC might support healing in destructed bone lesions in endodontics.

Journal of Functional BiomaterialsVol. 15(11)
Kyung Hee University (KR), Kyung Hee University Medical Center (KR), Kyung Hee University Dental Hospital (KR)
National Research Foundation, Kyung Hee University, National Research Foundation of Korea, Ministry of Science and ICT, South Korea
Openalex Percentile: Top 18%
Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments
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