A fully differentiated cell that functions in the formation of bone tissue.

Osteoblasts synthesize the collagen and glycoproteins that form the bone matrix, and also produce inorganic salts.

With growth, they develop into osteocytes.

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

ICOI is not only the world’s largest dental implant organization — we’re also the world’s largest provider of ongoing dental implant education! Learn more by signing up for our newsletter.