Role of osteopontin in bone remodeling and orthodontic tooth movement: a review

Abstract In this review, most of the known and postulated mechanisms of osteopontin (OPN) and its role in bone remodeling and orthodontic tooth movement are discussed based on available literature. OPN, a multifunctional protein, is considered crucial for bone remodeling, biomineralization, and peri...

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Main Authors: Amarjot Singh, Gurveen Gill, Harsimrat Kaur, Mohamed Amhmed, Harpal Jakhu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2018-06-01
Series:Progress in Orthodontics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40510-018-0216-2