Efficacy of enamel matrix protein applied to spontaneous periodontal disease in two dogs

J Vet Med Sci. 2003 Sep;65(9):1007-10. doi: 10.1292/jvms.65.1007.

Abstract

Enamel matrix protein (EMP) was applied for regeneration of periodontal tissue in 2 dogs with spontaneous periodontal disease. Case 1 had bony resorption around the root and root apex of the maxillary fourth premolars. Case 2 had vertical resorption of bone between the mandibular first and second molars. A flap was formed in the buccal gingiva, and EMP was applied onto the surface of the exposed root. One or 4 months postoperatively, increased bone level and clinical attachment were recognized. EMP was therefore suggested to be effective to induce regeneration of periodontal tissues in the cases with periodontal disease.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Dental Enamel Proteins / therapeutic use*
  • Dog Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Dog Diseases / therapy*
  • Dogs
  • Female
  • Male
  • Periodontal Diseases / diagnostic imaging
  • Periodontal Diseases / therapy
  • Periodontal Diseases / veterinary*
  • Radiography
  • Regeneration / drug effects
  • Regeneration / physiology*

Substances

  • Dental Enamel Proteins
  • enamel matrix proteins