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Chen S, Xie Z, Yang Y, Sun N, Guo Z, Li M, Wang C. A self-activating electron transfer antibacterial strategy: Co 3O 4/TiO 2 P-N heterojunctions combined with photothermal therapy. Biomater Sci 2024; 12:1573-1589. [PMID: 38319143 DOI: 10.1039/d3bm01550e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2024]
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Implant-associated infections are significant impediments to successful surgical outcomes, often resulting from persistent bacterial contamination. It has been hypothesized that bacteria can transfer electrons to semiconductors with comparable potential to the biological redox potential (BRP). Building on this concept, we developed an antibiotic-free bactericidal system, Co3O4/TiO2-Ti, capable of achieving real-time and sustainable bactericidal effects. Our study demonstrated that Co3O4/TiO2-Ti, possessing an appropriately set valence band, initiated charge transfer, reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, and membrane damage in adherent Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). Notably, in vivo experiments illustrated the remarkable antibacterial activity of Co3O4/TiO2-Ti, while promoting soft-tissue reconstruction and demonstrating excellent cytocompatibility. Transcriptomic analysis further revealed a down-regulation of aerobic respiration-associated genes and an up-regulation of ROS-associated genes in S. aureus in the presence of Co3O4/TiO2-Ti compared to Ti. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analysis and gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) identified alterations in respiratory metabolism, oxidative phosphorylation, and the synthesis of amino acid in S. aureus cultured on Co3O4/TiO2-Ti. Furthermore, when combined with near-infrared (NIR) irradiation and photothermal therapy (PTT), Co3O4/TiO2-Ti eliminated 95.71% of floating and adherent S. aureus in vitro. The findings suggest that this antibiotic-free strategy holds substantial promise in enhancing implant sterilization capabilities, thereby contributing to the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections through bandgap engineering of implants and NIR irradiation.
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- Siyuan Chen
- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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Chen Y, Chen Y, Han T, Xie Z, Yang Y, Chen S, Wang C. Enhanced osteogenic and antibacterial properties of polyetheretherketone by ultraviolet-initiated grafting polymerization of a gelatin methacryloyl/epsilon-poly-L-lysine/laponite hydrogel coating. J Biomed Mater Res A 2023; 111:1808-1821. [PMID: 37548424 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Revised: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a promising material for use in orthopedic implants, but its bio-inert character and lack of antibacterial activity limit its applications in bone repair. In the present study, considering the advantages of PEEK in self-initiated graft polymerization and of hydrogels in bone tissue engineering, we constructed a hydrogel coating (GPL) consisting of Gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA), methacrylamide-modified ε-poly-l-lysine (ε-PLMA) and Laponite on PEEK through UV-initiated crosslinking. The coating improved the hydrophilicity of PEEK, and the coating degraded slowly so that approximately 80% was retained after incubation in PBS for 8 weeks. In vitro studies revealed that as compared to culturing on PEEK, culturing on PEEK-GPL led to enhanced viability and adhesion of cultured human umbilical cord Wharton's jelly-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hWJ-MSCs). Due to the synergistic effect of the micron-scale three-dimensional surface and Laponite, PEEK-GPL exhibited a significantly improved induction of osteogenic differentiation of hWJ-MSCs compared to PEEK, as demonstrated by increased alkaline phosphatase activity, matrix mineralization, and expression of osteogenesis-related genes. Furthermore, PEEK-GPL showed antibacterial activity upon contact with Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, and this activity would be maintained before complete degradation of the hydrogel because the ε-PLMA was cross-linked covalently into the coating. Thus, PEEK-GPL achieved both osteogenesis and infection prevention in a single simple step, providing a feasible approach for the extensive use of PEEK in bone implants.
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- Yuhong Chen
- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
- Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, Nanjing, China
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Wang S, Chen X, Jin X, Gu F, Jiang W, Qi Q, Liang Q. Creating Polyploid Escherichia Coli and Its Application in Efficient L-Threonine Production. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 10:e2302417. [PMID: 37749873 PMCID: PMC10625114 DOI: 10.1002/advs.202302417] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Revised: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023]
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Prokaryotic genomes are generally organized in haploid. In synthetic biological research, efficient chassis cells must be constructed to produce bio-based products. Here, the essential division of the ftsZ gene to create functional polyploid E. coli is regulated. The artificial polyploid E. coli containing 2-4 chromosomes is confirmed through PCR amplification, terminator localization, and flow cytometry. The polyploid E. coli exhibits a larger cell size, and its low pH tolerance and acetate resistance are stronger than those of haploid E. coli. Transcriptome analysis shows that the genes of the cell's main functional pathways are significantly upregulated in the polyploid E. coli. These advantages of the polyploid E. coli results in the highest reported L-threonine yield (160.3 g L-1 ) in fed-batch fermentation to date. In summary, an easy and convenient method for constructing polyploid E. coli and demonstrated its application in L-threonine production is developed. This work provides a new approach for creating an excellent host strain for biochemical production and studying the evolution of prokaryotes and their chromosome functions.
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- Sumeng Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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- Research Center of Basic MedicineCentral Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical UniversityJinan250013P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Microbial TechnologyShandong UniversityQingdao266237P. R. China
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Gao W, Han X, Sun D, Li Y, Liu X, Yang S, Zhou Z, Qi Y, Jiao J, Zhao J. Antibacterial properties of antimicrobial peptide HHC36 modified polyetheretherketone. Front Microbiol 2023; 14:1103956. [PMID: 36998411 PMCID: PMC10043374 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2023.1103956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 02/22/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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IntroductionPolyetheretherketone (PEEK) is considered to be a new type of orthopedic implant material due to its mechanical properties and biocompatibility. It is becoming a replacement for titanium (Ti) due to its near-human-cortical transmission and modulus of elasticity. However, its clinical application is limited because of its biological inertia and susceptibility to bacterial infection during implantation. To solve this problem, there is an urgent need to improve the antibacterial properties of PEEK implants.MethodsIn this work, we fixed antimicrobial peptide HHC36 on the 3D porous structure of sulfonated PEEK (SPEEK) by a simple solvent evaporation method (HSPEEK), and carried out characterization tests. We evaluated the antibacterial properties and cytocompatibility of the samples in vitro. In addition, we evaluated the anti-infection property and biocompatibility of the samples in vivo by establishing a rat subcutaneous infection model.ResultsThe characterization test results showed that HHC36 was successfully fixed on the surface of SPEEK and released slowly for 10 days. The results of antibacterial experiments in vitro showed that HSPEEK could reduce the survival rate of free bacteria, inhibit the growth of bacteria around the sample, and inhibit the formation of biofilm on the sample surface. The cytocompatibility test in vitro showed that the sample had no significant effect on the proliferation and viability of L929 cells and had no hemolytic activity on rabbit erythrocytes. In vivo experiments, HSPEEK can significantly reduce the bacterial survival rate on the sample surface and the inflammatory reaction in the soft tissue around the sample.DiscussionWe successfully loaded HHC36 onto the surface of SPEEK through a simple solvent evaporation method. The sample has excellent antibacterial properties and good cell compatibility, which can significantly reduce the bacterial survival rate and inflammatory reaction in vivo. The above results indicated that we successfully improved the antibacterial property of PEEK by a simple modification strategy, making it a promising material for anti-infection orthopedic implants.
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- Weijia Gao
- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Prostheses, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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- Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Tooth Development and Bone Remodeling, Department of Dental Implantology, Hospital of Stomatology, Jilin University, Changchun, Jilin, China
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Qiu P, Wang P, Liu M, Dai T, Zheng M, Feng L. Biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of casein phosphopeptide modified polyetheretherketone. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1100238. [PMID: 36860888 PMCID: PMC9969344 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1100238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a potential implant material for dental application due to its excellent mechanical properties. However, its biological inertness and poor osteoinductive ability limited its clinical application. Based on a lay-by-layer self-assembly technique, here we incorporated casein phosphopeptide (CPP) onto PEEK surface by a simple two-step strategy to address the poor osteoinductive ability of PEEK implants. In this study, the PEEK specimens were positively charged by 3-ammoniumpropyltriethoxysilane (APTES) modification, then the CPP was adsorbed onto the positively charged PEEK surface electrostatically to obtain CPP-modified PEEK (PEEK-CPP) specimens. The surface characterization, layer degradation, biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of the PEEK-CPP specimens were studied in vitro. After CPP modification, the PEEK-CPP specimens had a porous and hydrophilic surface and presented enhanced cell adhesion, proliferation, and osteogenic differentiation of MC3T3-E1 cells. These findings indicated that CPP modification could significantly improve the biocompatibility and osteoinductive ability of PEEK-CPP implants in vitro. In a word, CPP modification is a promising strategy for the PEEK implants to achieve osseointegration.
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- Peng Qiu
- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,*Correspondence: Peng Qiu, ; Pin Wang,
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,*Correspondence: Peng Qiu, ; Pin Wang,
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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- The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral and Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou, Sichuan, China,Institute of Stomatology, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, China
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Qiu P, Feng L, Fu Q, Dai T, Liu M, Wang P, Lan Y. Dual-Functional Polyetheretherketone Surface with an Enhanced Osteogenic Capability and an Antibacterial Adhesion Property In Vitro by Chitosan Modification. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2022; 38:14712-14724. [PMID: 36420594 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.2c02267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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A chitosan layer was covalently bonded to a polyetheretherketone (PEEK) surface using a simple facile self-assembly method to address inadequate biological activity and infection around the implant. The surface characterization, layer degradation, biological activity, and antibacterial adhesion properties of chitosan-modified PEEK (PEEK-CS) were studied. Through chitosan grafting, the surface morphology changed, the surface roughness increased, and the contact angle decreased significantly. PEEK-CS boosted cell adhesion, proliferation, increased alkaline phosphate activity, extracellular matrix mineralization, and expression of osteogenic genes. PEEK-CS demonstrated less adhesion to Porphyromonas gingivalis as well as less bacterial adhesion to P. gingivalis and Streptococcus mutans. According to our findings, chitosan modification significantly improved the osteogenic ability and antibacterial adhesion of PEEK in vitro.
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- Peng Qiu
- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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- Department of Prosthodontics, The Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou646000, China
- Luzhou Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, Luzhou646000, China
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