Alteration of extracellular matrix proteins in atrophic periodontal ligament of hypofunctional rat molars

• Main Authors: Daneeya Na Nan (Author), Vincent Everts (Author), Joao N. Ferreira (Author), Vorapat Trachoo (Author), Thanaphum Osathanon (Author), Nuttha Klincumhom (Author), Prasit Pavasant (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Nature Publishing Group, 2023-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of mechanical force on possible dynamic changes of the matrix proteins deposition in the PDL upon in vitro mechanical and in vivo occlusal forces in a rat model with hypofunctional conditions. Materials and methods Intermittent...