Genetic analysis of potential markers and therapeutic targets for immunity in periodontitis.

Journal: Frontiers in dental medicine
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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory periodontal disease resulting in destroyed periodontal tissue. Many studies have found that the host's inflammatory immune responses are involved in the risk of periodontal tissue damage. In this study, we aim to identify potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets related to immunity in periodontitis.

Authors

  • Hui Li
    Department of Ophthalmology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China.
  • Wanqing Du
    School of Stomatology, Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China.
  • Xin Ye
    Department of Stomatology, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China.
  • Xi Luo
    Department of Stomatology, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China.
  • Xuejing Duan
    Department of Stomatology, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China.

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