Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis

The bidirectional correlation between diabetes and periodontitis positions the latter as the most prevalent complication of the former. Rehabilitation of the periodontal tissues damaged by diabetic periodontitis presents a significant clinical challenge. The multifaceted nature of the pathogenesis o...

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Main Authors: Cancan Li, Luowen Du, Yingying Xiao, Lei Fan, Quanli Li, Chris Ying Cao
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Chris Ying Cao
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description The bidirectional correlation between diabetes and periodontitis positions the latter as the most prevalent complication of the former. Rehabilitation of the periodontal tissues damaged by diabetic periodontitis presents a significant clinical challenge. The multifaceted nature of the pathogenesis of diabetic periodontitis necessitates a comprehensive approach in its treatment to mitigate its adverse effects. To address this, a temperature-sensitive hydrogel containing phlorotannins (PL) and antimicrobial peptide LL-37 was developed to shift the microenvironment of diabetic periodontitis from an exacerbated high-glycemic inflammatory state to a regenerative one. The addition of PL significantly enhanced the antimicrobial properties, stability, and safety of LL-37. Vitro experiments confirmed that PL/LL-37 had good biocompatibility and promoted osteogenic differentiation of bone. PL/LL-37 demonstrated antioxidant properties by scavenging DPPH free radicals and inhibiting NO production. Furthermore, PL/LL-37 effectively modulated macrophage polarization from a M1 phenotype to an M2 phenotype through NF-κB P-p65 inflammatory pathway, thereby reducing the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and promoting the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokines. Interestingly, it could downregulate the AGE-RAGE signaling pathway, exerting a protective effect against diabetes. In addition, PL/LL-37 could attenuate inflammation levels, inhibit osteoclast production, promote bone regeneration, inhibit apoptosis and decrease RAGE levels in a rat model of diabetic periodontitis. These combined features synergistically accelerate diabetic periodontal bone regeneration. Consequently, PL/LL-37 emerges as a promising candidate for clinical treatment of diabetic periodontitis.
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spelling doaj-art-6a9f0e5d89ef43ad92b4ee25d58141202025-02-06T05:12:41ZengElsevierMaterials Today Bio2590-00642025-04-0131101535Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitisCancan Li0Luowen Du1Yingying Xiao2Lei Fan3Quanli Li4Chris Ying Cao5College & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Hefei, 230032, ChinaCollege & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Hefei, 230032, ChinaCollege & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Hefei, 230032, ChinaCollege & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Hefei, 230032, ChinaInstitute of Oral Science, Department of Stomatology, Longgang Otorhinolaryngology Hospital of Shenzhen, Shenzhen, 518172, ChinaCollege & Hospital of Stomatology, Anhui Medical University, Key Lab. of Oral Diseases Research of Anhui Province, Hefei, 230032, China; Corresponding author.The bidirectional correlation between diabetes and periodontitis positions the latter as the most prevalent complication of the former. Rehabilitation of the periodontal tissues damaged by diabetic periodontitis presents a significant clinical challenge. The multifaceted nature of the pathogenesis of diabetic periodontitis necessitates a comprehensive approach in its treatment to mitigate its adverse effects. To address this, a temperature-sensitive hydrogel containing phlorotannins (PL) and antimicrobial peptide LL-37 was developed to shift the microenvironment of diabetic periodontitis from an exacerbated high-glycemic inflammatory state to a regenerative one. The addition of PL significantly enhanced the antimicrobial properties, stability, and safety of LL-37. Vitro experiments confirmed that PL/LL-37 had good biocompatibility and promoted osteogenic differentiation of bone. PL/LL-37 demonstrated antioxidant properties by scavenging DPPH free radicals and inhibiting NO production. Furthermore, PL/LL-37 effectively modulated macrophage polarization from a M1 phenotype to an M2 phenotype through NF-κB P-p65 inflammatory pathway, thereby reducing the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines and promoting the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokines. Interestingly, it could downregulate the AGE-RAGE signaling pathway, exerting a protective effect against diabetes. In addition, PL/LL-37 could attenuate inflammation levels, inhibit osteoclast production, promote bone regeneration, inhibit apoptosis and decrease RAGE levels in a rat model of diabetic periodontitis. These combined features synergistically accelerate diabetic periodontal bone regeneration. Consequently, PL/LL-37 emerges as a promising candidate for clinical treatment of diabetic periodontitis.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590006425000936Diabetic periodontitisPhlorotanninAntimicrobial peptideImmune regulationPeriodontal tissue regeneration
spellingShingle Cancan Li
Luowen Du
Yingying Xiao
Lei Fan
Quanli Li
Chris Ying Cao
Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
Materials Today Bio
Diabetic periodontitis
Phlorotannin
Antimicrobial peptide
Immune regulation
Periodontal tissue regeneration
title Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
title_full Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
title_fullStr Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
title_full_unstemmed Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
title_short Multi-active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide LL-37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
title_sort multi active phlorotannins boost antimicrobial peptide ll 37 to promote periodontal tissue regeneration in diabetic periodontitis
topic Diabetic periodontitis
Phlorotannin
Antimicrobial peptide
Immune regulation
Periodontal tissue regeneration
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590006425000936
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