Expression of MMP-2 and MMP-9 in the rat trigeminal ganglion during the development of temporomandibular joint inflammation

Expression of MMP-2 and MMP-9 in the rat trigeminal ganglion during the development of temporomandibular joint inflammation

Orofacial pain is a prevalent symptom in modern society. Some musculoskeletal orofacial pain is caused by temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). This condition has a multi-factorial etiology, including emotional factors and alteration of the masticator muscle and temporomandibular joints (TMJs). TMJ in...

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Main Authors: G.C. Nascimento, E. Rizzi, R.F. Gerlach, C.R.A. Leite-Panissi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Associação Brasileira de Divulgação Científica 2013-11-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research
Subjects:
Persistent temporomandibular inflammation
Matrix metalloproteinases
Trigeminal ganglion
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