Kidney capsule transplantation of chemically treated embryonic murine tooth germs

Abstract

Subcapsular transplantation of developing tissues and organs into the richly vascularized murine kidney provides the necessary trophic support, thus ensuring proper completion of their growth. Here, we provide a protocol for kidney capsule transplantation that allows the full differentiation of embryonic teeth previously exposed to chemicals. We describe steps for dissection and in vitro culture of embryonic teeth, followed by transplantation of tooth germs. We then detail harvesting of kidneys for further analysis. For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Mitsiadis et al.