The Restorative Properties of Stem Cells

Stem cells are the body’s master cells, capable of transforming into specialized cell types that regenerate and repair damaged tissues including bone, muscle, cartilage, nerves, and skin. These unique properties make stem cells essential in natural healing processes and groundbreaking medical research.

Dental pulp found in baby teeth, wisdom teeth, and healthy permanent teeth is an especially accessible and potent source of stem cells. These are often discarded during extractions, but can now be preserved through cryopreservation for future therapeutic use.

Conditions Being Researched for Stem Cell Therapy

• Parkinson’s Disease
• Brain Injuries
• Heart Disease
• Diabetes
• Arthritis
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Leukemia
• Crohn’s Disease
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Periodontal Disease
• Sports Injuries
• Cosmetic and Anti-Aging Treatments

Benefits of Dental Stem Cell Banking

Accessible: Collected during routine dental extractions of baby teeth, wisdom teeth, or healthy permanent teeth.
Affordable: More cost-effective and less invasive than bone marrow or cord blood collection.
Convenient: Performed in the dental office without additional equipment or procedure time.
High Quality: Dental stem cells replicate faster and longer than other adult stem cells.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why recover and store stem cells from teeth?

Dental pulp contains some of the most potent stem cells in the body. Preserving them may offer future treatment options for a wide range of medical conditions using your own biocompatible cells.

Which teeth are eligible for recovery?

Any extracted tooth with a healthy pulp is a candidate. This includes wisdom teeth, baby teeth, and permanent teeth removed for orthodontic reasons or due to trauma.

Does age matter when banking dental stem cells?

While stem cells can be harvested at any age, younger cells are typically more robust. However, adults can still benefit significantly from stem cell preservation.

Should I bank multiple teeth?

Yes. Banking more teeth may provide a larger supply of viable stem cells, offering greater potential for treating a variety of future medical needs.

To learn more about stem cell recovery and cryopreservation during your dental procedure, contact our office or speak with us during your consultation.