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MMP-12 and Periodontitis: Unraveling the Molecular Pathways of Periodontal Tissue Destruction
1 Oct 2024
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Periodontal disease is a common disorder affecting a wide range of people and has a high prevalence globally. Periodontitis comprises a series of inflammatory conditions affecting periodontal support tissue, which could ultimately lead to tooth loss and reduce life quality and add to the financial burden of society. Matrix metalloproteinase-12 (MMP-12) is an elastase that is produced mostly by macrophages and...
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