The difference of matrix metalloproteinase-9 level in saliva between myofascial pain and disc displacement of temporomandibular joint disorders

Introduction: Saliva is the type of liquid which contains enzyme, hormone, antibody, constituent microbe, and cytokines. Matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) is one kind of proteolysis cellular enzyme in saliva that has a role in inflammation. Saliva is very easy to take and noninvasive treatment, pro...

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Main Authors: Elita Rafni, Yanwirasti Y., Eriyati Darwin, Rasmi Rikmasari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universitas Padjadjaran 2017-07-01
Series:Padjadjaran Journal of Dentistry
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Online Access:http://jurnal.unpad.ac.id/pjd/article/view/13613