Chinese Journal of Tissue Engineering Research ›› 2024, Vol. 28 ›› Issue (17): 2747-2752.doi: 10.12307/2024.446

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Potential of shikonin and its derivatives in oral soft and hard tissue regeneration

Bian Zhihong1, Zhang Yuntao2, Li Zeming1, Hou Yudong3   

  1. 1Binzhou Medical University, Binzhou 256600, Shandong Province, China; 2Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou 256600, Shandong Province, China; 3School of Stomatology, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai 264010, Shandong Province, China
  • Received:2023-06-27 Accepted:2023-08-09 Online:2024-06-18 Published:2023-12-16
  • Contact: Hou Yudong, Master, Professor, School of Stomatology, Binzhou Medical University, Yantai 264010, Shandong Province, China
  • About author:Bian Zhihong, Master candidate, Binzhou Medical University, Binzhou 256600, Shandong Province, China

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Shikonin contributes to the promotion of bone defect repair and the treatment of osteoporosis. 
OBJECTIVE: To summarize the application potential of shikonin and its derivatives in oral soft and hard tissue regeneration. 
METHODS: A literature review was conducted in databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, Wanfang, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), and VIP, spanning articles from 2002 to 2023. The search terms were “shikonin, oral cavity, periodontitis, antibacterial, bone formation, osteoclast, osteoporosis, toxicology” in Chinese and English. 
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: Shikonin and its derivatives possess anti-inflammatory effects, inhibit periodontal pathogens such as Porphyromonas gingivalis, promote periodontal wound healing, and regenerate alveolar bone tissue. Shikonin formulations can be used to treat oral diseases such as aphthous ulcers and oral candidiasis. These findings suggest a promising future for shikonin and its derivatives in treating periodontal diseases, preventing oral ailments, and promoting the regeneration of both soft and hard periodontal tissues. Further research is needed to explore how to combine shikonin with tissue engineering to achieve quicker healing of oral soft and hard tissues.

Key words: shikonin, oral disease, periodontitis, antibacterial, osteogenesis, osteoclast

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