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Synergistic effects of biodegradable magnesium alloy and erythromycin on osteogenic activity.

Journal of dental sciences · Sirisereephap K, Pasanaphong K, Osathanon T, Promoppatum P, Maekawa T, Srimaneepong V, Surboyo MDC, Wattanasirmkit K · 2026-07-01

A biodegradable magnesium alloy promoted bone cell differentiation and mineralisation in laboratory cultures, with erythromycin further enhancing this effect through increased expression of a developmental protein involved in bone formation.

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