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Vitamin D Receptor Gene Polymorphism and Smoking in the Risk of Chronic Periodontitis.
Journal of periodontology - 1 Nov 2016
Chantarangsu Soranun, Sura Thanyachai, Mongkornkarn Sanutm, Donsakul Kobkiat, Torrungruang Kitti
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Polymorphisms of the vitamin D receptor (VDR) gene have been implicated in susceptibility to infections and bone-related diseases. However, their relationship with periodontal disease remains unclear. This cross-sectional study investigates whether susceptibility to chronic periodontitis (CP) in a Thai population is associated with VDR polymorphisms. METHODS: Genomic DNA was obtained from 1,460...
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