Innovative Rat Model for TMJ Osteoarthritis Research

Posted: January 10, 2025
This groundbreaking study introduces a novel rat model using a unilateral anterior large overjet (UALO) device to simulate Class II malocclusion and induce TMJ osteoarthritis-like changes. The research reveals that UALO treatment in rats leads to cartilage degradation, bone loss, condylar volume reduction, and mandibular retrusion, mirroring TMJOA characteristics. RNA sequencing highlights elevated oxidative stress in chondrocytes under abnormal mechanical stress induced by UALO, shedding light on potential mechanistic pathways and molecular targets in TMJOA. This study pioneers a reliable animal model for TMJOA research, providing crucial insights for dental professionals and students into the disease's pathogenesis.

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