Characterization of the osteogenic potential of mesenchymal stem cells from human periodontal ligament based on cell surface markers

Mesenchymal stem cell （MSC）-mediated therapy has been shown to be clinically effective in regenerating tissue defects. For improved regenerative therapy, it is critical to isolate homogenous populations of MSCs with high capacity to differentiate into appropriate tissues. The utilization of stem cell surface antigens provides a means to identify MSCs from various tissues. However, few surface markers that consistently isolate highly regenerative MSCs have been validated, making it challenging for routine clinical applications and making it all the more imperative to identify reliable surface markers. In this study, we used three surface marker combinations： CD51/CD140a, CD271, and STRO-1/CD146 for the isolation of homogenous populations of dental mesenchymal stem cells （DMSCs） from heterogeneous periodontal ligament cells （PDLCs）. Fluorescence-activated cell sorting analysis revealed that 24% of PDLCs were CD51＋/CD140a＋, 0.8% were CD271＋, and 2.4% were STRO-1＋/CD146＋. Sorted cell populations were further assessed for their multipotent properties by inducing osteogenic and chondrogenic differentiation. All three subsets of isolated DMSCs exhibited differentiation capacity into osteogenic and chondrogenic lineages but with varying degrees. CD271＋ DMSCs demonstrated the greatest osteogenic potential with strong induction of osteogenic markers such as DLX5, RUNX2, and BGLAP. Our study provides evidence that surface marker combinations used in this study are sufficient markers for the isolation of DMSCs from PDLCs. These results provide important insight into using specific surface markers for identifying homogenous populations of DMSCs for their improved utilization in regenerative medicine.

Overview of noncoding RNAs involved in the osteogenic differentiation of periodontal ligament stem cells

Periodontal diseases are infectious diseases that are characterized by progressive damage to dental support tissue.The major goal of periodontal therapy is to regenerate the periodontium destroyed by periodontal diseases.Human periodontal ligament(PDL)tissue possesses periodontal regenerative properties,and periodontal ligament stem cells(PDLSCs)with the capacity for osteogenic differentiation show strong potential in clinical application for periodontium repair and regeneration.Noncoding RNAs(ncRNAs),which include a substantial portion of poly-A tail mature RNAs,are considered“transcriptional noise.”Recent studies show that ncRNAs play a major role in PDLSC differentiation;therefore,exploring how ncRNAs participate in the osteogenic differentiation of PDLSCs may help to elucidate the underlying mechanism of the osteogenic differentiation of PDLSCs and further shed light on the potential of stem cell transplantation for periodontium regeneration.In this review paper,we discuss the history of PDLSC research and highlight the regulatory mechanism of ncRNAs in the osteogenic differentiation of PDLSCs.

Therapeutic potential of periodontal ligament stem cells

Inflammatory periodontal disease known as periodontitis is one of the most common conditions that affect human teeth and often leads to tooth loss.Due to the complexity of the periodontium,which is composed of several tissues,its regeneration and subsequent return to a homeostatic state is challenging with the therapies currently available.Cellular therapy is increasingly becoming an alternative in regenerative medicine/dentistry,especially therapies using mesenchymal stem cells,as they can be isolated from a myriad of tissues.Periodontal ligament stem cells(PDLSCs)are probably the most adequate to be used as a cell source with the aim of regenerating the periodontium.Biological insights have also highlighted PDLSCs as promising immunomodulator agents.In this review,we explore the state of knowledge regarding the properties of PDLSCs,as well as their therapeutic potential,describing current and future clinical applications based on tissue engineering techniques.

Effects of lysophosphatidic acid on human periodontal ligament stem cells from teeth extracted from dental patients

Despite their potential applications in future regenerative medicine, periodontal ligament stem cells(PDLSCs) are difficult to obtain in large amounts from patients. Therefore, maintaining sternness while expanding the cell numbers for medical use is the key to transitioning PDLSCs from the bench to the clinic. Lysophosphatidic acid(LPA), which is present in the human body and saliva, is a signaling molecule derived from phospholipids. In this study, we examined the effects of LPA on sternness maintenance in human PDLSCs. Several spindle-shaped and fibroblast-like periodontal ligament stem-like cell lines were established from PDLSC isolation. Among these cell lines, the most morphologically appropriate cell line was characterized. The expression levels of OCT4, NANOG(a stem cell marker), and CD90(a mesenchymal stem cell marker) were high. However, CD73(a negative marker of mesenchymal stem cells) expression was not observed. Notably, immunofluorescence analysis identified the expression of STRO-1, CD146(a mesenchymal stem cell marker), and sex determining region Y-box 2 at the protein level. In addition, lipid droplets were stained by Oil red O after the induction of adipogenesis for 21 days, and mineralized nodules were stained by Alizarin Red S after the induction of osteogenesis for 14 days. Alkaline phosphate staining also demonstrated the occurrence of osteogenesis. In summary, we established a human PDLSC line, which could be applied as a cell source for tissue regeneration in dental patients. However, further studies are needed to determine the detailed effects of LPA on PDLSCs.

Exosomes Derived from Human Umbilical Cord Mesenchymal Stem Cells Enhance the Osteoblastic Differentiation of Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells Under High Glucose Conditions Through the PI3K/AKT Signaling Pathway

Objective High glucose(HG)can influence the osteogenic differentiation ability of periodontal ligament stem cells(PDLSCs).Human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes(hUCMSC-exo)have broad application prospects in tissue healing.The current study aimed to explore whether hUCMSC-exo could promote the osteogenic differentiation of hPDLSCs under HG conditions and the underlying mechanism.Methods We used a 30 mmol/L glucose concentration to simulate HG conditions.CCK-8 assay was performed to evaluate the effect of hUCMSC-exo on the proliferation of hPDLSCs.Alkaline phosphatase(ALP)staining,ALP activity,and qRT-PCR were performed to evaluate the pro-osteogenic effect of hUCMSC-exo on hPDLSCs.Western blot analysis was conducted to evaluate the underlying mechanism.Results The results of the CCK-8 assay,ALP staining,ALP activity,and qRT-PCR assay showed that hUCMSC-exo significantly promoted cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation in a dosedependent manner.The Western blot results revealed that hUCMSC-exo significantly increased the levels of p-PI3K and p-AKT in cells,and the effect was inhibited by LY294002(PI3K inhibitor)or MK2206(AKT inhibitor),respectively.Moreover,the increases in osteogenic indicators induced by hUCMSC-exo were significantly suppressed by LY294002 and MK2206.Conclusion hUCMSC-exo promote the osteogenic differentiation of hPDLSCs under HG conditions through the PI3K/AKT signaling pathway.

Human periodontal ligament stem cells repair mental nerve injury

Human periodontal ligament stem cells are easily accessible and can differentiate into Schwann cells. We hypothesized that human periodontal ligament stem cells can be used as an alternative source for the autologous Schwann cells in promoting the regeneration of injured peripheral nerve. To validate this hypothesis, human periodontal ligament stem cells （1 × 106） were injected into the crush-injured left mental nerve in rats. Simultaneously, autologous Schwann cells （1 × 106） and PBS were also injected as controls. Real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction showed that at 5 days after injection, mRNA expression of low affinity nerve growth factor receptor was sig-nificantaly increased in the left trigeminal ganglion of rats with mental nerve injury. Sensory tests, histomorphometric evaluation and retrograde labeling demonstrated that at 2 and 4 weeks after in-jection, sensory function was significantly improved, the numbers of retrograde labeled sensory neurons and myelinated axons were significantly increased, and human periodontal ligament stem cells and autologous Schwann cells exhibited similar therapeutic effects. These findings suggest that transplantation of human periodontal ligament stem cells show a potential value in repair of mental nerve injury.

Mass acquisition of human periodontal ligament stem cells

The periodontal ligament(PDL)is an essential fibrous tissue for tooth retention in the alveolar bone socket.PDL tissue further functions to cushion occlusal force,maintain alveolar bone height,allow orthodontic tooth movement,and connect tooth roots with bone.Severe periodontitis,deep caries,and trauma cause irreversible damage to this tissue,eventually leading to tooth loss through the destruction of tooth retention.Many patients suffer from these diseases worldwide,and its prevalence increases with age.To address this issue,regenerative medicine for damaged PDL tissue as well as the surrounding tissues has been extensively investigated regarding the potential and effectiveness of stem cells,scaffolds,and cytokines as well as their combined applications.In particular,PDL stem cells(PDLSCs)have been well studied.In this review,I discuss comprehensive studies on PDLSCs performed in vivo and contemporary reports focusing on the acquisition of large numbers of PDLSCs for therapeutic applications because of the very small number of PDLSCs available in vivo.

Effects of Aging on the Proliferation and Differentiation Capacity of Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells

periodontal ligament stem cells; aging; proliferation; osteogenic differentiation Objective The aim of this study is to investigate the proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis of periodontal ligament stem cells （PDLSC） derived from different aged donors, and to evaluate the effects of aging on the biological characteristics of PDLSC. Methods Periodontal ligament tissues were obtained from 24 surgically extracted human premolars during orthodontics therapy. The specimens were divided into three groups according to the donor’s age. Group A： 18-20 years, group B： 30-35 years, group C： 45-50 years. PDLSC were isolated and cultured using a tissue-block-based enzymolytic method by limiting dilution assay. The colony forming efficiency of PDLSC for three experimental groups was determined. Senescence-Associated β-Galactosidase （SA-β-G） expression in the three groups was examined using β-galactosidase staining working solution. Cell cycle and apoptosis of the PDLSC were examined by the flow cytometry. Alkaline phosphatase （ALP） activity was evaluated by ALP staining. The expression of osteoplastic differentiation related genes Runt-related transcription factor-2 （Runx-2）, Collagen Type 1 （col-1）, and ALP of PDLSC were examined by quantitative real-time RT-PCR. Results The colony forming efficiency of PDLSC in Group A, B and C was 36.67%, 22.67% and 9.33%, respectively, which decreased with donors’ age （P〈0.05）. SA-β-G expression of the senescent PDLSC in group A, B and C were 4.14%, 16.39%, 50.38%, respectively （P〈0.05）. Cells in G2/S phase was 38.73%, 29.88%, 18.25% （P〈0.05）, and the apoptosis rate was 1.57%, 4.56%, 5.84% （P〈0.05）, in group A, B and C respectively. The ALP staining in the three groups decreased with the increase of donors’ ages, and the expression of Runx-2, col-1 and ALP decreased gradually from group A to group C （all P〈0.05）, which indicated the osteogenic differentiation capacity of PDLSC decreased while donor aging. Conclusion Human PDLSC could be successfully isolated from periodontal ligament tissues of different aged donors. However, the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation capacity of PDLSC decreased while donor aging.

Comparative analysis of different feeder layers with 3T3 fibroblasts for culturing rabbits limbal stem cells

AIM： To explore the possibility of human umbilical cord mesenchymal stem cells（h UCMSCs）, human umbilical vein endothelial cells（h UVECs）, human dental pulp stem cells（h DPSCs） and human periodontal ligament stem cells（h PDLSCs） serving as feeder cells in co-culture systems for the cultivation of limbal stem cells.METHODS： Different feeder layers were cultured in Dulbecco＇s modified Eagle＇s medium（DMEM）/F12 and were treated with mitomycin C. Rabbits limbal stem cells（LSCs） were co-cultured on h UCMSCs, h UVECs, h DPSCs, h PDLSCs and NIH-3T3, and then comparative analysis were made between each group to see their respective colony-forming efficiency（CFE） assay and immunofluorescence（IPO13,CK3/12）.RESULTS： The efficiency of the four type cells in supporting the LSCs morphology and its cellular differentiation was similar to that of NIH-3T3 fibroblasts as demonstrated by the immunostaining properties analysis, with each group exhibiting a similar strong expression pattern of IPO13, but lacking CK3 and CK12 expression in terms of immunostaining. But h UCMSCs, h DPSCs and h PDLSCs feeder layers were superior in promoting colony formation potential of cells when compared to h UVECs and feedercell-free culture.CONCLUSION： hUCMSCs, hDPSCs and hPDLSCs can be a suitable alternative to conventional mouse NIH-3T3 feeder cells, so that risk of zoonotic infection can be diminished.

Proteomic profiling of various human dental stem cells-a systematic review

BACKGROUND The proteomic signature or profile best describes the functional component of a cell during its routine metabolic and survival activities.Additional complexity in differentiation and maturation is observed in stem/progenitor cells.The role of functional proteins at the cellular level has long been attributed to anatomical niches,and stem cells do not deflect from this attribution.Human dental stem cells(hDSCs),on the whole,are a combination of mesenchymal and epithelial coordinates observed throughout craniofacial bones to pulp.AIM To specify the proteomic profile and compare each type of hDSC with other mesenchymal stem cells(MSCs)of various niches.Furthermore,we analyzed the characteristics of the microenvironment and preconditioning changes associated with the proteomic profile of hDSCs and their influence on committed lineage differentiation.METHODS Literature searches were performed in PubMed,EMBASE,Scopus,and Web of Science databases,from January 1990 to December 2018.An extra inquiry of the grey literature was completed on Google Scholar,ProQuest,and OpenGrey.Relevant MeSH terms(PubMed)and keywords related to dental stem cells were used independently and in combination.RESULTS The initial search resulted in 134 articles.Of the 134 full-texts assessed,96 articles were excluded and 38 articles that met the eligibility criteria were reviewed.The overall assessment of hDSCs and other MSCs suggests that differences in the proteomic profile can be due to stem cellular complexity acquired from varied tissue sources during embryonic development.However,our comparison of the proteomic profile suffered inconsistencies due to the heterogeneity of various hDSCs.We believe that the existence of a heterogeneous population of stem cells at a given niche determines the modalities of regeneration or tissue repair.Added prominences to the differences present between various hDSCs have been reasoned out.CONCLUSION Systematic review on proteomic studies of various hDSCs are promising as an eye-opener for revisiting the proteomic profile and in-depth analysis to elucidate more refined mechanisms of hDSC functionalities.

Application of dental stem cells in three-dimensional tissue regeneration

Dental stem cells can differentiate into different types of cells.Dental pulp stem cells,stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth,periodontal ligament stem cells,stem cells from apical papilla,and dental follicle progenitor cells are five different types of dental stem cells that have been identified during different stages of tooth development.The availability of dental stem cells from discarded or removed teeth makes them promising candidates for tissue engineering.In recent years,three-dimensional(3D)tissue scaffolds have been used to reconstruct and restore different anatomical defects.With rapid advances in 3D tissue engineering,dental stem cells have been used in the regeneration of 3D engineered tissue.This review presents an overview of different types of dental stem cells used in 3D tissue regeneration,which are currently the most common type of stem cells used to treat human tissue conditions.

Effects of Ginsenoside Rg-1 on the Proliferation and Osteogenic Differentiation of Human Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells

Objective： TO evaluate the effects of ginsenoside Rg-1 on the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of human periodontal ligament stem cells （hPDLSCs） and to explore the possible application on the alveolar bone regeneration. Methods： To determine the optimum concentration, the effects of ginsenoside Rg-1 ranging from 10 to 100 μmol/L were evaluated by 3-（4,5）-dimethylthiahiazo（-z-yl）-3,5-di-phenytetrazoliumromide, alkaline phosphatase activity and calcium deposition. Expressions of runt-related transcription factor 2, collagen alpha-2（I） chain, osteopontin, osteocalcin protein were examined using real-time polymerase chain reaction. Results： Compared with the control group, a certain concentration （10 μmol/L） of the Rg-1 solution significantly enhanced the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of hPDLSCs （P〈0.05）. However, concentrations that exceeds 100 μmol/L led to cytotoxicity whereas concentrations below 10 nmol/L showed no significant effect as compared with the control. Conclusion： Ginsenoside Rg-1 can enhance the proliferation and osteogenic differentiation of hPDLSCs at an optimal concentration of 10 μmol/L.

Overview of the main biological mechanisms linked to changes in periodontal ligament stem cells and the inflammatory microenvironment

Periodontitis is a complex chronic inflammatory disease.The invasion of pathogens induces the inflammatory microenvironment in periodontitis.Cell behavior changes in response to changes in the microenvironment,which in turn alters the local inflammatory microenvironment of the periodontium through factors secreted by cells.It has been confirmed that periodontal ligament stem cells(PDLSCs)are vital in the development of periodontal disease.Moreover,PDLSCs are the most effective cell type to be used for periodontium regeneration.This review focuses on changes in PDLSCs,their basic biological behavior,osteogenic differentiation,and drug effects caused by the inflammatory microenvironment,to provide a better understanding of the influence of these factors on periodontal tissue homeostasis.In addition,we discuss the underlying mechanism in detail behind the reciprocal responses of PDLSCs that affect the microenvironment.

Research progress of strontium in promoting periodontal tissue regeneration

Periodontal disease is a chronic infectious disease of the oral cavity.Its main clinical features are periodontal pocket formation and alveolar bone resorption.Scholars'research hotspot is to achieve periodontal tissue regeneration in patients.Studies have found that strontium has certain potential in promoting periodontal tissue regeneration.In recent years,scholars have been conducting research on strontium and periodontal tissue regeneration,with a view to opening a new path for periodontal disease treatment.This article reviews the research status of strontium and periodontal tissue regeneration.The review results show that strontium can induce the proliferation and differentiation of PDLSCs and promote the regeneration of lost bone tissue;it can inhibit osteoclast activity and induce osteoclast apoptosis through a variety of signaling pathways,thereby inhibiting bone resorption;Promote bone formation;Strontium also has the function of promoting early angiogenesis and suppressing immune inflammatory response.Because the current research on strontium and periodontal tissue regeneration is only focused on in vivo and in vitro experiments,there is no relevant clinical trial to apply strontium to periodontal tissue regeneration.Therefore,if strontium is used to promote periodontal tissue regeneration to achieve the treatment of periodontal disease,further research is needed.

炎症与正常牙周膜来源牙周膜干细胞的成骨分化能力和自噬水平

背景:炎症影响牙周膜干细胞的成骨分化,同时牙周膜干细胞的成骨能力与自噬水平密切相关,但是炎症是否影响牙周膜干细胞成骨分化不同阶段的成骨能力与自噬水平尚未见相关报道。目的:探讨牙周膜干细胞在牙周炎和正常状态下的碱性磷酸酶表达和自噬水平。方法:分离培养健康人群与牙周炎患者的牙周膜干细胞,进行Vimentin、pan-CK和Stro-1荧光染色。正常和炎症牙周膜干细胞成骨分化3,7,14d时,Westernblot检测碱性磷酸酶、LC3B、Beclin1、ATG5的蛋白表达,real-time PCR检测碱性磷酸酶、骨唾液蛋白、骨钙素、Runx2、LC3B、Beclin1、ATG5的mRNA表达。结果与结论:(1)牙周膜干细胞内Stro-1阳性表达,Vimentin阳性表达,pan-CK阴性表达;(2)成骨分化3,7,14 d,与正常牙周膜干细胞相比,炎症牙周膜干细胞所形成的矿化结节明显减少(P<0.01),碱性磷酸酶的蛋白和mRNA表达明显降低(P<0.05),骨唾液蛋白、骨钙素、Runx2的mRNA表达明显降低(P<0.05);(3)成骨分化7,14 d,与正常牙周膜干细胞相比,炎症牙周膜干细胞的ATG5、LC3B与Beclin1蛋白和mRNA表达均明显降低(P<0.05)。结果表明,炎症可减少牙周膜干细胞的矿化结节形成和碱性磷酸酶的表达,削弱牙周膜干细胞成骨分化7,14 d的自噬潜能。

氧化苦参碱对牙周膜干细胞干性标志物表达和成骨分化的作用

背景:人牙周膜干细胞是牙周再生组织工程潜在的功能细胞,然而长期体外培养会导致牙周膜干细胞干性减低并发生复制性衰老,从而影响其治疗效果。目的:探讨氧化苦参碱在体外对牙周膜干细胞干性维持和骨向分化的影响,并寻找潜在的影响机制。方法:采用组织块酶消化法从人牙周膜组织中分离、培养得到牙周膜干细胞,并使用流式细胞仪进行间充质细胞表面标志物鉴定。用0,2.5,5,10μg/mL氧化苦参碱孵育牙周膜干细胞,通过CCK8实验检测氧化苦参碱对牙周膜干细胞增殖活性的影响,筛选后续实验合适的药物质量浓度,采用Western blot检测牙周膜干细胞中干细胞非特异性蛋白SOX2和OCT4的表达,采用qRT-PCR、Western blot检测牙周膜干细胞中成骨相关基因和蛋白表达水平。结果与结论:①CCK8实验结果显示2.5μg/mL氧化苦参碱对牙周膜干细胞增殖活性有显著增强作用,后续实验选用2.5μg/mL氧化苦参碱进行干预;②与空白对照组相比,氧化苦参碱组牙周膜干细胞的干性标志物SOX2蛋白表达水平变化不明显(P>0.05),OCT4蛋白表达明显上调(P<0.05);③与成骨诱导组相比,氧化苦参碱+成骨诱导组牙周膜干细胞成骨相关基因ALP、RUNX2 mRNA表达及成骨相关蛋白ALP蛋白表达明显下调(P<0.05);④氧化苦参碱上调牙周膜干细胞干性标志物表达,抑制牙周膜干细胞骨向分化,高通量测序结果表明可能与WNT2、WNT16、COMP、BMP6有关。

成骨诱导人牙周膜干细胞来源外泌体促进炎症微环境下人牙周膜干细胞成骨分化

背景:成骨诱导间充质干细胞来源外泌体具有较强的成骨分化能力,但是在炎症微环境下对人牙周膜干细胞成骨分化的影响尚不明确。目的:探究成骨诱导人牙周膜干细胞来源外泌体在炎症微环境下对人牙周膜干细胞成骨分化的影响。方法:收集离体牙并分离培养人牙周膜干细胞,成骨诱导3 d后提取外泌体。将人牙周膜干细胞分为4组:对照组加入成骨诱导培养基,外泌体组加入含5μg/mL外泌体的成骨诱导培养基,炎症模型和炎症模型+外泌体组以1μg/mL脂多糖处理24 h构建细胞炎症微环境,炎症模型组在脂多糖处理后加入成骨诱导培养基,炎症模型+外泌体组在脂多糖处理后加入含5μg/mL外泌体的成骨诱导培养基。通过茜素红以及碱性磷酸酶染色法检测各组人牙周膜干细胞的成骨分化能力;实时荧光定量PCR与免疫印迹法检测各组人牙周膜干细胞中Runt相关转录因子2、骨桥蛋白、成骨细胞特异性转录因子Osterix(OSX)和wnt通路相关蛋白β-catenin的表达。结果与结论:(1)与对照组相比,炎症模型组碱性磷酸酶染色相对面积、矿化结节染色相对面积以及Runt相关转录因子2、骨桥蛋白、OSX的表达量显著降低(P <0.05);(2)与炎症模型组相比,炎症模型+外泌体组碱性磷酸酶染色相对面积、矿化结节染色相对面积以及Runt相关转录因子2、骨桥蛋白、OSX的表达显著升高(P <0.05);(3)与对照组相比,炎症模型组wnt通路相关蛋白β-catenin表达量显著增加(P <0.05);与炎症模型组相比,炎症模型+外泌体组β-catenin表达量显著降低(P <0.05)。结果表明,成骨诱导人牙周膜干细胞来源外泌体可促进炎症微环境下人牙周膜干细胞的成骨分化,其作用机制可能与wnt/β-catenin信号通路有关。

熊果酸干预人牙周膜干细胞成骨分化的效应

背景:熊果酸可促进骨髓间充质干细胞向成骨细胞定向分化,但其对人牙周膜干细胞是否具有促成骨作用目前相关报道少见。目的:探讨熊果酸对人牙周膜干细胞增殖和成骨分化能力的影响。方法:分离、培养人牙周膜干细胞,取第3代细胞,分别采用含不同浓度(0,1,2,4,6,8μmol/L)熊果酸的普通培养基干预,干预1,3,5,7 d后,采用CCK-8法检测细胞增殖,筛选适宜干预浓度。取第3代人牙周膜干细胞,分别用含0,1,2,4μmol/L熊果酸的成骨诱导液干预,干预7 d后,采用qRT-PCR法检测碱性磷酸酶、Runx2、骨钙素m RNA的表达,干预14 d后,茜素红染色观察矿化结节形成。取第3代人牙周膜干细胞,对照组加入成骨诱导液,熊果酸组、拮抗剂组分别加入含熊果酸(2μmol/L)、骨形态发生蛋白信号通路拮抗剂Noggin的成骨诱导液,熊果酸+拮抗剂组加入含熊果酸(2μmol/L)、骨形态发生蛋白信号通路抑制剂Noggin的成骨诱导液,培养7 d后,采用qRT-PCR和Western blot检测骨形态发生蛋白2、Smad1、骨桥蛋白、Runx2的m RNA及蛋白表达。结果与结论:(1)1,2,4μmol/L熊果酸可促进人牙周膜干细胞的增殖,6,8μmol/L熊果酸可抑制人牙周膜干细胞的增殖,后续实验选择1,2,4μmol/L熊果酸进行干预;(2)与0μmol/L相比,1,2,4μmol/L熊果酸可促进碱性磷酸酶、Runx2、骨钙素m RNA的表达以及矿化结节的形成(P<0.05),其中以2μmol/L熊果酸效果最显著;(3)与对照组比较,熊果酸组骨形态发生蛋白2、Smad1、骨桥蛋白、Runx2的mRNA及蛋白表达均升高(P<0.05),拮抗剂组上述指标的mRNA及蛋白表达均降低(P<0.05);与熊果酸组比较,熊果酸+拮抗剂组上述指标的mRNA及蛋白表达均降低(P<0.05);(4)结果表明,熊果酸可通过激活骨形态发生蛋白信号通路促进人牙周膜干细胞的成骨分化。

淫羊藿苷预处理增强人牙周膜干细胞对M1型巨噬细胞的影响

背景:人牙周膜干细胞对M1型巨噬细胞促炎功能有一定抑制作用,具有抗炎等药理活性的淫羊藿苷是否能增强人牙周膜干细胞对M1型巨噬细胞的抑制作用尚不明确。目的:探究淫羊藿苷预处理人牙周膜干细胞后对M1型巨噬细胞的影响。方法:分离培养原代人牙周膜干细胞,并进行鉴定。对THP-1细胞进行诱导,采用免疫荧光染色及PCR进行M1型巨噬细胞鉴定。用含浓度10^(-7),10^(-6),10^(-5),10^(-4)mol/L淫羊藿苷的α-MEM完全培养基培养人牙周膜干细胞1,3,5,7 d,采用CCK-8法筛选合适的淫羊藿苷浓度进行实验。将α-MEM完全培养基、未处理的人牙周膜干细胞α-MEM条件培养基及淫羊藿苷预处理24 h的人牙周膜干细胞α-MEM条件培养基与RPMI-1640完全培养基以1∶1的比例对M1型巨噬细胞进行条件培养,分别为对照组、未处理组及预处理组,24 h后RT-PCR法检测M1型巨噬细胞炎症因子的mRNA表达情况;ELISA法检测M1型巨噬细胞炎症因子的蛋白表达情况;Western blot检测M1/M2型巨噬细胞表面标记物及核转录因子κB通路相关蛋白的表达。结果与结论:(1)CCK-8检测结果显示,10^(-7),10^(-6),10^(-5),10^(-4)mol/L淫羊藿苷对人牙周膜干细胞均无细胞毒性,且从第5天起,各浓度都提高了细胞活力,促进细胞增殖,选择10^(-4)mol/L淫羊藿苷进行后续实验。(2)RT-PCR法及ELISA检测结果显示,与对照组相比,未处理组及预处理组均降低了M1型巨噬细胞白细胞介素1β、白细胞介素6及肿瘤坏死因子α的表达与分泌(P<0.05),且预处理组低于未处理组(P<0.05)。(3)Western blot检测结果显示,与未处理组相比,预处理组CD86的表达明显降低(P<0.05);与对照组相比,未处理组和预处理组M2型巨噬细胞表面标志物CD206的表达均升高(P<0.01),且预处理组明显高于未处理组(P<0.01);M1型巨噬细胞经24 h条件培养后,与对照组相比,核转录因子κB/P65的表达在未处理组和预处理组均有降低(P<0.01),p-IκBα的表达仅在预处理组降低(P<0.01);与未处理组相比,预处理组核转录因子κB/P65和p-IκBα的表达均显著降低(P<0.05),而IκBα在3组中的表达差异无显著性意义。(4)上述结果证实,淫羊藿苷增强了人牙周膜干细胞对M1型巨噬细胞的抑制作用,此作用可能与抑制了巨噬细胞的核转录因子κB信号通路相关。

牙周膜干细胞外泌体对炎症环境来源牙周膜干细胞生物学特性的影响

背景:近年来牙周膜干细胞外泌体在牙周组织再生工程中的应用得到了广泛研究,但其对于炎症环境来源牙周膜干细胞的影响尚不清楚。目的:探讨健康和炎症环境来源牙周膜干细胞所分泌的外泌体对炎症环境来源牙周膜干细胞增殖及分化能力的影响。方法:采用酶消化法分离培养健康牙周组织与牙周炎组织来源的人牙周膜干细胞,采用超速离心法提取两种来源人牙周膜干细胞的外泌体。选取生长状态良好的第3代炎症组织来源牙周膜干细胞,分3组培养:空白组常规培养,健康外泌体组加入健康组织来源外周膜干细胞分泌的外泌体,炎症外泌体组加入炎症组织来源人牙周膜干细胞分泌的外泌体,检测细胞增殖与克隆形成;在成骨诱导分化条件下,检测细胞碱性磷酸酶表达与矿化结节形成、成骨相关基因mRNA与蛋白的表达。结果与结论:①CCK-8检测与克隆形成实验显示,与空白组相比,两种来源外泌体均可促进炎症组织来源牙周膜干细胞的增殖与细胞集落形成(P<0.05),并且健康外泌体组的作用强于炎症外泌体组(P<0.05);②碱性磷酸酶与茜素红染色显示,与空白组相比,两种来源外泌体均可促进炎症组织来源牙周膜干细胞碱性磷酸酶的表达与矿化结节形成,并且健康外泌体组的促进作用强于炎症外泌体组;RT-PCR与Western Blot检测显示,与空白组相比,两种来源外泌体均可促进炎症组织来源牙周膜干细胞碱性磷酸酶、RUNX2、Ⅰ型胶原mRNA与蛋白的表达(P<0.05),并且健康外泌体组的促进作用强于炎症外泌体组(P<0.05);③结果表明,人牙周膜干细胞分泌的外泌体能够促进炎症环境来源牙周膜干细胞的增殖及成骨分化能力,并且健康组织来源人牙周膜干细胞分泌外泌体的促进作用优于炎症组织来源人牙周膜干细胞分泌的外泌体。