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An Exploratory Case-Control Study on the Impact of IL-1 Gene Polymorphisms on Early Implant Failure.
Clinical implant dentistry and related research - 1 Apr 2016
Cosyn Jan, Christiaens Véronique, Koningsveld Vincent, Coucke Paul J, De Coster Peter, De Paepe Anne, De Bruyn Hugo
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The association between IL-1 gene polymorphisms and peri-implantitis has been well documented. However, data on the association with early implant failure are scarce. PURPOSE: The objective of this case-control study was to explore the impact of IL-1A (-889), IL-1B (-511), and IL-1B (+3,954) gene polymorphisms on early implant failure in Caucasians. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Between September 2004 and...
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