Formation of the Papillary Layer
Structure of Maturation-Stage Ameloblasts
Structure of Postmaturation-Stage Ameloblasts
Cell Proliferation and Differentiation in Stratified Squamous Epithelia
Structure and Function of the Cornified (Orthokeratinizing) Epithelium: The Epidermal Model
Differentiation of the Oral Mucosa
Clinical Correlations
5 Gingiva
Epithelial Components of the Gingiva
Expression of Keratins in Gingiva
Expression of Cell Surface Adhesion Molecules in Gingiva
Formation of Dental Cuticles
Organization of Gingival Connective Tissue
Supply of Blood to the Gingiva
Innervation of the Gingiva
Flow and Composition of Gingival Crevicular Fluid
Basic Science Correlations
Clinical Correlations
6 Periodontal Ligament
Development and General Structure of the Periodontal Ligament
Components of the Extracellular Matrix
Supply of Blood to the Periodontal Ligament
Innervation of the Periodontal Ligament
Basic Science Correlations
Clinical Correlations
7 Root Formation and Cementogenesis
Development of the Roots
Cementogenesis in Animal Models
Cementogenesis in Humans
Responsiveness of Cementum
Matrix Proteins, Adhesion Molecules, and Growth Factors of Cementum
Process of Tooth Eruption
Basic Science Correlation: Construction of the Attachment
Clinical Correlation: Cementum Hypoplasia
8 Bone
Types and Functions of Osteogenic Cells
Components of the Bone Matrix
Development and Function of Osteoclasts
Inhibition of Osteoclastic Bone Resorption
Coupling of Bone Formation and Resorption
Influence of Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitonin on Bone Cells
Influence of Growth Factors and Cytokines on Bone Cells
Architecture of the Bone and Replacement of Osteons
Repair of the Bone
Anatomic Characteristics of the Jawbones
Turnover and Remodeling of Alveolar Bone
Basic Science Correlations
Clinical Correlations
9 Salivary Glands
General Composition of a Gland
Development of the Salivary Glands
Basic Structure of Serous and Mucous Cells
Secretion of Saliva
Resynthesis of Proteins
Composition of Saliva
Nonsecretory Components of the Salivary Glands
Structure of the Major Glands
Innervation and Neural Control of Salivary Secretion
Basic Science Correlations
Clinical Correlations
10 Oral Somatosensory Systems
Types of Cutaneous Somatosensory Receptors
Innervation of the Oral Mucosa
Theories of Somatosensory Perception
Innervation and Sensation of the Pulp and Dentin
Nerve Regeneration Following Tooth Extraction
Peptidergic Nerve Endings in Pulp and Gingiva