Role of Mast Cell in Oral Pathology
E. Rajesh, R. Jayasri Kurupaa, M. Kasthuri* and N. BalachanderDepartment of Oral Pathology, Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital, Bharath University, Pallikaranai, Chennai-600100.
Abstract: In oral tissues,the mast cell releases various pro-inflammatory cytokine tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-Ü) which stimulate leukocyte infiltration in various inflammatory condition of oral cavity such as oral lichen planus (OLP), periapical lesions, gingivitis & periodontitis. Mast cells are the local residents of the connective tissue and plays an important role in immunopathology and producing mitogenic cytokines.These cells plays a role in pathogenesis of oral diseases.
Keywords: tissues; releases; various Back to TOC