Salivary Metalloproteinase-8 and Metalloproteinase-9 Evaluation in Patients Undergoing Fixed Orthodontic Treatment before and after Periodontal Therapy

Salivary Metalloproteinase-8 and Metalloproteinase-9 Evaluation in Patients Undergoing Fixed Orthodontic Treatment before and after Periodontal Therapy

(1) Background: Metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8) and metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) are members of a family of proteases of major importance during orthodontic tooth movement. Their levels increase during orthodontic therapy and in periodontally affected tissues. Orthodontic fixed appliances retain dental p...

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Main Authors: Ioana-Andreea Sioustis, Maria-Alexandra Martu, Liana Aminov, Mariana Pavel, Petru Cianga, Diana Cristala Kappenberg-Nitescu, Ionut Luchian, Sorina Mihaela Solomon, Silvia Martu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-02-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
biomarkers
inflammation
orthodontic treatment
periodontal treatment
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/4/1583

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