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Postorthodontic external root resorption in root-filled teeth is influenced by interleukin-1β polymorphism.
Journal of endodontics - 1 Mar 2012
Iglesias-Linares Alejandro, Yañez-Vico Rosa-María, Ortiz-Ariza Estefanía, Ballesta Sofía, Mendoza-Mendoza Asunción, Perea Evelio, Solano-Reina Enrique
Abstract excerpt
INTRODUCTION: External apical root resorption (EARR) is a frequent iatrogenic effect of orthodontic treatment. The way root-filled teeth respond to orthodontic forces with respect to EARR has been reported as varying widely between individuals. Genetic variants in the interleukin-1 gene have been associated with an increased risk of experiencing postorthodontic EARR on vital teeth. The objective of this study is...
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