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Estrogen receptor-alpha gene polymorphisms in patients with periodontitis.
Journal of periodontal research - 1 Oct 2004
Zhang Li, Meng Huanxin, Zhao Hongshan, Li Qiyan, Xu Li, Chen Zhibin, Shi Dong, Feng Xianghui
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BACKGROUND: Recent studies have shown that estrogen receptor-alpha (ER-alpha) gene polymorphisms are associated with alterations in bone mineral density and osteoporosis. It is unclear whether ER-alpha gene polymorphisms are associated with alveolar bone loss in patients with periodontitis. OBJEC...
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