Importance of stem cells in dentistry

Stem-cells are primitive cells which are present in different parts of the body such as bones, umbilical cord, placenta, embryo, teeth etc. For years scientists all over the world have been working on possibilities of using these Stem-cells to regenerate human cells which are damaged due to illness, developmental defects and accidents. Stem-cell research is a potential field that promises advancements in regenerative medicine.