Did you know collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies, crucial for skin health and joint function? Understanding collagen's role is key to maintaining youthful skin and flexible joints.
The classification, high purity, and other core characteristics of medical-grade collagen (Type I-V), compared to non-medical-grade collagen, as well as its applications and future development directions in wound healing, plastic surgery, and tissue engineering.
Collagen’s role in dental regeneration (tooth extraction/implants): Type I collagen scaffolds—biocompatible, versatile (membranes/sponges)—support alveolar bone/soft tissue repair by guiding cell adhesion/proliferation, though they do not directly induce osteogenesis. Clinical success depends on surgical technique, patient health, and scaffold selection (e.g., cross-linking for stability).