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The Rabbit Hole Part I: Osteoporosis Medication for stimulating Osteoblasts
1. WTF ARE OSTEOBLASTS?!!!
Osteoblasts are specialized cells that are responsible for building new bone tissue throughout the body, including in the face. These cells are derived from mesenchymal stem cells, which are precursors to various cell types, including bone cells.
The process of new bone formation begins when osteoblasts secrete an organic matrix of collagen and other proteins that forms the scaffold for new bone. This matrix is then mineralized with calcium and other minerals to create a hard, dense material that is capable of supporting the body's weight and resisting external forces.
In the face, osteoblasts are involved in several important processes, including:
2. WHAT IS TERIPARATIDE AND ABALOPARATIDE?
Teriparatide and Abaloparatide are both anabolic agents used for the treatment of osteoporosis. They work by stimulating the activity of osteoblasts (the cells we just established are responsible for bone formation). The mechanisms behind these medications can be explained as follows:
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1. WTF ARE OSTEOBLASTS?!!!
Osteoblasts are specialized cells that are responsible for building new bone tissue throughout the body, including in the face. These cells are derived from mesenchymal stem cells, which are precursors to various cell types, including bone cells.
The process of new bone formation begins when osteoblasts secrete an organic matrix of collagen and other proteins that forms the scaffold for new bone. This matrix is then mineralized with calcium and other minerals to create a hard, dense material that is capable of supporting the body's weight and resisting external forces.
In the face, osteoblasts are involved in several important processes, including:
- Growth and development of facial bones: During childhood and adolescence, the bones in the face continue to grow and develop, guided by the activity of osteoblasts. Osteoblasts help to create new bone tissue and shape the bones of the face, including the skull, jaw, and cheekbones.
- Repair and maintenance of facial bones: Throughout adulthood, osteoblasts continue to play a critical role in maintaining the health and integrity of facial bones. When the bones of the face are damaged or broken, osteoblasts are responsible for repairing the damage and rebuilding the bone tissue.
- Remodeling of facial bones: Osteoblasts are also involved in the ongoing process of bone remodeling, which helps to maintain the strength and integrity of facial bones. During bone remodeling, osteoblasts deposit new bone tissue while osteoclasts, another type of bone cell, break down and remove old or damaged bone tissue.
2. WHAT IS TERIPARATIDE AND ABALOPARATIDE?
Teriparatide and Abaloparatide are both anabolic agents used for the treatment of osteoporosis. They work by stimulating the activity of osteoblasts (the cells we just established are responsible for bone formation). The mechanisms behind these medications can be explained as follows:
- Teriparatide: Teriparatide is a synthetic form of human parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is a hormone that is naturally produced in the body and helps to regulate calcium and bone metabolism. Teriparatide acts as an agonist (activator) of the PTH receptor on osteoblasts, which stimulates the activity of these cells and increases bone formation. In addition, teriparatide also promotes the survival of osteoblasts and reduces the lifespan of osteoclasts, the cells responsible for bone resorption. This results in a net increase in bone mass and density.
- Abaloparatide: Abaloparatide is a synthetic peptide that is similar in structure to a naturally occurring hormone called parathyroid-related peptide (PTHrP). Like teriparatide, abaloparatide acts as an agonist of the PTH receptor on osteoblasts, which increases the activity of these cells and promotes bone formation. However, abaloparatide is thought to have a more selective and transient effect on the PTH receptor compared to teriparatide, which may result in a lower risk of adverse effects such as hypercalcemia (elevated calcium levels in the blood).
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