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Genes and single nucleotide polymorphisms in the pathway of saliva and dental caries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Biofouling - 1 Jan 2023
Chisini Luiz Alexandre, Varella de Carvalho Rodrigo, Dos Santos Costa Francine, Salvi Luana Carla, Demarco Flávio Fernando, Britto Correa Marcos
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The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigate the influence of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), related to genes in salivary composition and flow, on dental caries experience. Sixteen studies were included in the systematic review and ten in the meta-analysis. Forty-four SNPS, covering four genes (CA6, AQP2, AQP5, and MUC5B) were identified. Most of the SNPs were not associated...
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