Tissue Engineering in Oral and Maxillofacial Rehabilitation—Current Status and Future Prospects

Abstract

Purpose of Review The objective of this review is to provide a comprehensive overview of the existing literature pertaining to the principles and techniques utilized in tissue engineering for the purpose of rehabilitating oral defects that may involve tissues such as bone, cartilage, oral mucosa, periodontal ligament, nerve, and muscle. Recent Findings Tissue engineering represents a cutting-edge area of research within the field of regeneration. Its potential application in the restoration of oral and maxillofacial tissues has emerged as a viable alternative to the traditional use of autologous bone grafts for reconstructing bone defects. In recent times, the field of tissue engineering has made significant progress in tissue regeneration through the utilization of cutting-edge technologies. Tissue engineering has facilitated tissue regeneration through the replication of stem cells, cytokines, and growth factors. Summary Tissue engineering is definitely the future of reconstructive surgery that facilitates the regeneration of tissues that have been compromised by various dental pathologies. To date, significant progress has been made in the field of tissue regeneration, particularly in the restoration of simple tissue defects. However, the restoration of complex tissue structures and their corresponding functionality remains a formidable challenge that continues to be actively researched.