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Age-related evolution of human gingiva towards a fibrotic-like connective phenotype.
Scientific reports - 25 Nov 2025
Cecchin-Albertoni Chiara, Deny Olivier, Pieruccioni Laetitia, Ousset Marielle, Oreja-Fuentes Pilar, Arnaud Emmanuelle, Guissard Christophe, Casteilla Louis, Planat-Bénard Valérie, Kémoun Philippe, Monsarrat Paul
Abstract excerpt
Periodontal disease affects most adults over 50, but the role of aging in periodontal homeostasis remains poorly understood. This study examines variations in human gingival gene expression over time using transcriptomic and histological approaches. Results show a global decline in gene expression with age, suggesting a loss of genetic information that could weaken the gingiva’s ability to respond to stressors....
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