Aqueous extract of Sedum oxypetalum induces mineralization and osteogenic differentiation by human Periodontal Ligament-Derived cells.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: The medicinal plant Sedum oxypetalum Kunth (Crassulaceae), locally known as Jiote or in general Siempreviva (always alive) has been traditionally used by people of the Mexican community of Tenango del Valle as a home remedy to treat periodontal diseases, inducing teeth strengthening. Consequently, the aim of this work was to investigate its capacity directed to mineralized tissues regeneration.

Materials And Methods: The aerial parts of the plant were processed and its aqueous extract (AE) was chemically characterized.