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Sun Q, Zhao T, Li B, Li M, Luo P, Zhang C, Chen G, Cao Z, Li Y, Du M, He H. FTO/RUNX2 signaling axis promotes cementoblast differentiation under normal and inflammatory condition. BIOCHIMICA ET BIOPHYSICA ACTA. MOLECULAR CELL RESEARCH 2022; 1869:119358. [PMID: 36084732 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbamcr.2022.119358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/03/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
Abstract
N6-methyladenosine (m6A) is the most prevalent mRNA modification which plays crucial roles in various biological processes, but its role in cementogenesis remains largely unknown. Here, using time-series transcriptomic analysis, we reveal that mRNA m6A demethylase Fat mass and obesity-associated protein (FTO) is involved in cementogenesis. Knocking down FTO decreases cementoblast differentiation and mineralization in both OCCM-30 cellular model and murine ectopic bone formation model. Mechanistically, we find that FTO directly binds Runt-related transcription factor 2 (Runx2) mRNA, an important cementogenesis factor, thus protecting it from YTH domain-containing family protein 2 (YTHDF2) mediated degradation, when cementoblasts are differentiating. Knocking down YTHDF2 restores the expression of Runx2 in FTO-knockdown cells. Moreover, under inflammatory conditions, TNF-α inhibits cementoblast differentiation and mineralization partly through FTO/RUNX2 axis. Collectively, our study reveals an important regulatory role of FTO/RUNX2 axis in normal and pathological cementogenesis.
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- Qiao Sun
- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China; Department of Orthodontics, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China; Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China; Department of Periodontology, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Peking University Shenzhen Hospital, Shenzhen Peking University-The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Medical Center, Guangdong province, China
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
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- The State Key Laboratory Breeding Base of Basic Science of Stomatology (Hubei- MOST) & Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine Ministry of Education, School & Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China; Department of Orthodontics, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, China.
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Ali M, Okamoto M, Watanabe M, Huang H, Matsumoto S, Komichi S, Takahashi Y, Hayashi M. Biological properties of lithium-containing surface pre-reacted glass fillers as direct pulp-capping cements. Dent Mater 2021; 38:294-308. [PMID: 34953627 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2021.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2021] [Revised: 11/25/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Surface pre-reacted glass fillers (S-PRG) can release different types of ions and in our previous study, we modified these fillers with lithium chloride (S-PRG/Li-100 mM) to induce reparative dentin formation by activating the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Here, we assessed the biological performance of S-PRG/Li-100 mM and compared it with that of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) and S-PRG without additives. METHODS In vivo studies were conducted on male Wistar rats using Masson's trichrome staining in pulp-capped molars. The test materials were implanted subcutaneously to evaluate their capacity for vascularization and biocompatibility. The ability of the test materials to form apatite was tested by immersing them in simulated body fluid. Rhodamine-B staining was conducted to assess their sealing ability in bovine teeth, while their antibacterial activity was evaluated against Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus casei in terms of colony-forming units and by live/dead staining. RESULTS Masson's trichrome staining and tissue-implantation tests confirmed the biocompatibility of S-PRG/Li-100 mM and it was similar to that of MTA and S-PRG; inflammation regression was observed 14 days after operation in the subcutaneous tissues. S-PRG/Li-100 mM promoted the formation of apatite on its surface. Both the S-PRG groups showed higher sealing capability and bactericidal/bacteriostatic activity against oral bacterial biofilms than MTA. SIGNIFICANCE Lithium-containing surface pre-reacted glass cements exhibit better antibacterial and sealing capabilities than MTA, suggesting their potential as high-performance direct pulp-capping materials.
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- Manahil Ali
- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan; Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Khartoum, P.O. 11111 Khartoum, Sudan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, Graduate School of Dentistry, Osaka University, 1-8, Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871, Japan.
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Bartnikowski M, Moon HJ, Ivanovski S. Release of lithium from 3D printed polycaprolactone scaffolds regulates macrophage and osteoclast response. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 13:065003. [PMID: 30089710 DOI: 10.1088/1748-605x/aad916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Abstract
The immunomodulatory effects of lithium have been reported across a range of models and contexts. Lithium appears to have a positive effect on osteogenesis in vivo, while in vitro outcomes throughout the literature are varied. Tissue engineering approaches have rarely targeted local lithium delivery within a regenerative setting. We hypothesized that part of the positive effects of lithium in vivo may be due to an immunomodulatory effect manifesting in a local environment. To achieve a sustained lithium release from scaffold constructs, we blended lithium carbonate, a soluble salt of lithium, with the biomaterial polymer polycaprolactone (PCL). We printed constructs of PCL alone, and with 5% (5Li) and 10% (10Li) lithium carbonate. Mechanical testing revealed that mechanical properties were largely retained with lithium carbonate incorporation, and we measured a consistent release of the ion over a 7 day period. The efficacy of our construct system was then assessed using a primary mouse macrophage culture, and a differentiated osteoclast culture. We found that the lithium released from constructs had a great effect on macrophage polarization, resulting in pronounced upregulation of immunomodulatory (M2) genes, and a decrease in pro-inflammatory (M1) genes. This was reflected in cytokine expression, and illustrated through immunofluorescent staining. Osteoclast activity was greatly suppressed by the lithium incorporation, with a marked effect on gene expression and actin ring formation. Our work demonstrated an effective system for local lithium delivery, confirmed the pronounced effects that lithium has on macrophage and osteoclast response, and sets the stage for further innovations in ion release for targeted tissue engineering.
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- Michal Bartnikowski
- The University of Queensland, School of Dentistry, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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Liu Z, Lu Y, Feng W, Yang J, Gao S, Song L, Wang Y, Wang B. Synthesis and Properties of PGS-Li Scaffold. Chem Res Chin Univ 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s40242-018-8164-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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