J Dent Res 57 (9): 895-898,
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A technique for the removal of junctional epithelium from the epithelial attachment
W Buchanan
and
GW Bernard
A technique utilizing sodium deoxycholate to remove junctional epithelial cells from the epithelial attachment zone is described. Light and electron micrographs show a similarity in size and appearance between the extracellular attachment substance in controls and the extracellular substance which remains on cementum previously in contact with junctional epithelium.