Abstract
Anin vitro system is described which uses human diploid cells derived from the periodontal ligament. It simulates the clinical situation and is suitable for rapid cytotoxicity screening of dental materials. It can also be adapted to study various factors influencing biocompatibility.
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Adams, A.M., Soames, J.V. & Searle, R.F. Anin vitro model for the biological evaluation of dental materials using human periodontal ligament cells. Cytotechnology 1, 179–182 (1988). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00146819
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