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I am looking for some information on Tooth Eruption Theories.
Thank you all. :)
Thank you all. :)
What Are the Theories Behind Tooth Eruption?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around theories related to tooth eruption, including biological mechanisms and potential medical advancements. Participants explore various scientific perspectives and personal experiences related to tooth development and the implications of stem cell research.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express interest in the theories behind tooth eruption and seek information on the topic.
- One participant suggests that medical science should investigate stem cell injections for growing new sets of teeth.
- Another participant mentions ongoing research into the genetics of individuals who do not develop their second set of teeth, questioning the efficacy of the stem cell theory.
- A personal anecdote is shared about a participant's daughter who had a third set of teeth, raising questions about the variability in tooth development.
- Concerns are raised regarding the media portrayal of stem cells and their potential to regrow body parts, including teeth, suggesting the need for a "master cell" for tooth growth.
- A participant provides a link to a resource discussing several theories of tooth eruption, including vascular pressure, pulpal pressure, traction by periodontal fibroblasts, root elongation, alveolar bone remodeling, and periodontal ligament formation.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the viability of stem cell research for tooth regeneration, with some skeptical about its effectiveness. There is no consensus on the best theories of tooth eruption, as multiple perspectives and theories are presented.
Contextual Notes
Some claims about the mechanisms of tooth eruption are based on personal experiences and anecdotal evidence, while others reference scientific literature. The discussion reflects a variety of assumptions and uncertainties regarding the biological processes involved.
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Ouabache
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This is interesting.. What prompted this question?
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The Sphinx said:
Now that you have broken ground.
I would like to say Medical Science needs to study Stem Cell injection for growing new sets of teeth.
Look out Mr.Denist
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aha OK
...Thread is closed! :D
...Thread is closed! :D
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There are people who don't grow their second set of teeth, medical science is studying them in order to find out what genes are involved; possibly uncovering a regulatory handle for future treatments.
I don't think the stem cell theory proposed above will do any good.
I don't think the stem cell theory proposed above will do any good.
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My older daughter (the mutant) had a third set of teeth, which was removed. We found out when another tooth started pushing out one of her permanent teeth. X-rays showed an entire new set coming in. She has one third tooth in place of that second tooth, it's perfectly normal. 
We had the rest of the third set surgically removed before they tried to come in.
I told her she was a shark.
(I'm a bad mother 
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We had the rest of the third set surgically removed before they tried to come in.I told her she was a shark.
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Through all the liturature out there on Stem Cells, I keep hearing that all varieties of Stem Cell types as a whole can regrow any part of the body.Monique said:
Is this something that's hyped by the media?
There would seem to have to be some master cell that triggers teeth growth, I would assume since all other parts of the body require these types of Master Cells.
I guess I should of directed this Question to a Geneticist, Sorry.
Oh, My wife had-had 4 sets of teeth growing up, Her last set is already permenant, I guess that's what mostly triggered my question.
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This http://www.uic.edu/classes/osci/osci590/9_1Mechanisms.htm discusses several theories of tooth eruption.
1. Vascular pressure and blood vessel thrust
2. Pulpal pressure and pulpal growth.
3. Traction by periodontal fibroblasts.
4. Root elongation.
5. Alveolar bone remodeling.
6. Periodontal ligament formation.
1. Vascular pressure and blood vessel thrust
2. Pulpal pressure and pulpal growth.
3. Traction by periodontal fibroblasts.
4. Root elongation.
5. Alveolar bone remodeling.
6. Periodontal ligament formation.
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