Osteoinduction

Osteoinduction is a biological process where certain signals or substances encourage immature cells to develop into bone-forming cells. In medical applications, materials with osteoinductive properties can stimulate the body to produce new bone tissue, which is vital for healing fractures or bone defects. This process involves signaling molecules, such as growth factors, that direct stem cells or precursor cells to become osteoblasts, the cells responsible for forming new bone. Osteoinduction is a key principle in bone regeneration and tissue engineering, helping to enhance the body's natural ability to repair and regenerate bone tissue.