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Dental Stem Cell Banking

Dental Stem Cells and Regeneration

Teeth have the ability to regenerate themselves thanks to stem cells located within the pulp tissue. Dental stem cells are mesenchymal stem cells and can differentiate into many different cell types, including nerve, fat, bone, and cartilage.

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From which teeth can stem cells be obtained?

Dental stem cells can be obtained from all primary teeth, wisdom teeth in adults, and premolar teeth that have to be extracted for orthodontic reasons, provided they are not infected. Teeth extracted from individuals with infectious oral diseases, decayed teeth with infected pulp, and teeth that have fallen out spontaneously are not suitable for stem cell collection.

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What diseases are treated with dental stem cells?

Type 1 diabetes, spinal cord injuries, muscle diseases, cardiovascular diseases, CNS (central nervous system) injuries, liver diseases, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, autoimmune diseases, chronic lung diseases, bone and corneal repair, tooth repair, pulp repair, tooth and bone repair, periodontal diseases.

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Dental Stem Cell Storage Process

The tooth stem cell storage process begins with consultation with a Genkord representative, after which written consent is obtained from the tooth owner or their parent. This written consent constitutes the procedure and storage agreement between Genkord and the patient. Following this, Genkord will send a tooth collection kit to you or your dentist. The collection kit contains one tube for each tooth, each containing a preservative solution, and one blood collection tube. Tooth collection must be performed by a dentist, with each extracted tooth placed in a separate tube. The collected samples must be delivered to the Genkord Laboratory within a maximum of 36 hours. In our laboratory, which operates according to international GMP standards and prioritizes quality and safety, stem cells are isolated from the pulp tissue of the extracted teeth. After quality testing, they are stored in nitrogen tanks at -196°C.

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Why Should Dental Stem Cells Be Stored?

  • Stem cells obtained from baby teeth are the youngest stem cells you can store, after cord blood and tissue.

  • It allows for personalized (autologous) use if needed.

  • Mesenchymal stem cells found in teeth do not require HLA tissue compatibility. Therefore, your stem cells, whether from an allogeneic source (sibling, relative, or unrelated person), can be used for your entire family and loved ones.

  • Stem cells are stored in our liquid nitrogen tanks at -196°C. Dental stem cells can be delivered to you when needed, or their number can be increased through an additional process if necessary.

  • The storage period for stem cells in tanks at -196°C is reported in the literature to be at least 25 years.

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