Author: Yaniv Mayer1,2, Jamil Awad Shibli3, Haia Abu Saada1, Marcelo Melo3, Eran Gabay1,2, Shlomo Barak3, Ofir Ginesin1,2
Affiliation: <sup>1</sup> Department of Periodontology, school of graduate dentistry, Rambam Health Care Campus (RHCC), Haifa, Israel.
<sup>2</sup> Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.
<sup>3</sup> Department of Periodontology and Oral Implantology, University of Guarulhos, Guarulhos, Brazil.
Conference/Journal: Braz Dent J
Date published: 2024 Oct 25
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Volume ID: 35 , Pages: e246109 , Special Notes: doi: 10.1590/0103-6440202406109. , Word Count: 183
This manuscript provides a comprehensive review of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields (PEMFs), highlighting their therapeutic potential and historical evolution. PEMFs, recognized for their non-invasive and safe therapeutic benefits, interact with biological systems to influence processes such as DNA synthesis, gene expression, and cell migration. Clinically, PEMFs are applied in diverse treatments, including pain relief, inflammation management, and enhancing bone and wound healing. The manuscript delves into the historical development of PEMF technology, tracing its origins to the 19th century and exploring significant advancements, such as the discovery of the piezoelectric effect in bones. It presents detailed in-vitro and in-vivo studies demonstrating PEMFs' impact on cellular activities and their modulation of key biological pathways. Additionally, the review emphasizes PEMFs' applications in general medicine and dentistry, showcasing their role in promoting tissue healing, osseointegration in dental implants, and antimicrobial effects. The introduction of the Miniaturized Electromagnetic Device (MED) in dental implantology marks a significant advancement, enhancing implant stability and reducing inflammatory responses. Overall, the manuscript underscores PEMFs' promising applications in advancing patient care and treatment methodologies across medical and dental fields.
PMID: 39476109 PMCID: PMC11506130 DOI: 10.1590/0103-6440202406109