Modulation of phosphate (Pi) and pyrophosphate (PPi) metabolism is critical for development and maintenance of mineralized tissues, including dentin and cementum. Disruption of local Pi/PPi regulators (ANK, PC-1, TNAP) impacts cementogenesis, though dentin formation appears normal, suggesting dentin mineralization is regulated differently than cementum. When factors regulating circulating Pi (FGF-23, PHEX) were disrupted, initial examination indicated that dentin/pulp were affected, while cementum showed minimal disturbance. Based on these data, the following broad hypothesis is set forth: While both cementum and dentin formation are dependent on Pi homeostasis, the genes/proteins controlling formation and regeneration are likely different. We propose that cementogenesis is controlled by ion transporters/local metabolic enzymes including ANK, PC-1, and TNAP, while dentinogenesis is modulated by factors that control levels of circulating Pi, including FGF-23 and PHEX.
Aims :
Aim 1 will determine the role of ANK, PHEX and FGF-23 during cementogenesis versus root dentinogenesis.
Aim 2 will prove that Pi regulation of specific transcription factors controls the cementoblast phenotype.
Aim 3 will prove that increasing local levels of Pi at healing sites using fibrin scaffold delivery systems will promote mineralization. Public Health Relevance: These studies will provide critical information about the genes/factors controlling cementum and dentin formation. Ultimately, the knowledge gained will result in improved therapies for treatment of mineralized tissue disorders and diseases, including dental diseases (caries/periodontal disease), hypophosphatemic conditions, ectopic calcification, and osteoporosis, and in new strategies for regeneration of diseased tissues.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Dental & Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
Type
Research Project (R01)
Project #
5R01DE015109-07
Application #
7898940
Study Section
Special Emphasis Panel (ZRG1-MOSS-K (09))
Program Officer
Wan, Jason
Project Start
2003-05-15
Project End
2012-07-31
Budget Start
2010-08-01
Budget End
2011-07-31
Support Year
7
Fiscal Year
2010
Total Cost
$347,490
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Washington
Department
Dentistry
Type
Schools of Dentistry
DUNS #
605799469
City
Seattle
State
WA
Country
United States
Zip Code
98195
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