Single-cell sequencing systematically analyzed the mechanism of Emdogain on the restoration of delayed replantation periodontal membrane

Abstract

The repair of the periodontal membrane is essential for the successful management of periodontal disease and dental trauma. Emdogain^® (EMD) is widely used in periodontal therapy due to its ability to promote repair. Despite substantial research, the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying EMD’s effects, particularly at the single-cell resolution, remain incompletely understood. This study established a delayed tooth replantation model in rats to investigate these aspects. Tooth loss rate and degree of loosening were evaluated at 4 and 8 weeks. Micro-CT, HE staining, TRAP staining, and immunofluorescence staining were evaluated to assess EMD’s efficacy. Single-cell sequencing analyses generated single-cell maps that explored enrichment pathways, cell communication, and potential repair mechanisms. Findings indicated that EMD could reduce the rate of tooth loss, promote periodontal membrane repair, and reduce root and bone resorption. Single-cell analysis revealed that EMD promotes the importance of Vtn+ fibroblasts, enhancing matrix and tissue regeneration functions. Additionally, EMD stimulated osteogenic pathways, reduced osteoclastic activity, and promoted angiogenesis-related pathways, particularly bone-related H-type vessel expression in endothelial cells. Gene modules associated with angiogenesis, osteogenesis, and odontoblast differentiation were identified, suggesting EMD might facilitate osteogenesis and odontoblast differentiation by upregulating endothelium-related genes. Immune cell analysis indicated that EMD did not elicit a significant immune response. Cell communication analysis suggested that EMD fostered pro-regenerative networks driven by interactions between mesenchymal stem cells, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells. In conclusion, EMD proves to be an effective root surface therapy agent that supports the restoration of delayed replantation teeth.

Keywords

Medical and Health Sciences / Dentistry

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Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China (National Science Foundation of China)(U22A20314)

National Key R&D of Program of China (Grant NO. 2022YFC2504200)

Outstanding Youth Fund of Chongqing Natural Science Foundation (CSTB2023NSCQ-JQX0006) Science and Technology Research Project of Chongqing Education Commission (KJQN202200471) CQMU Program for Youth Innovation in Future Medicine(W0075).

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