Lack of association between lactotransferrin polymorphism and dental caries
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| Year of publication | 2014 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Caries Research |
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| Citation | |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.1159/000351689 |
| Field | ORL, ophthalmology, stomatology |
| Keywords | lactotransferrin; gene; polymorphism; DMFT; caries |
| Description | Dental caries is a complex, multifactorial disease and one of the most common illnesses worldwide. Its etiology is related to microbial, dietary and host factors. Recent evidence suggests a role of lactotransferrin in caries. The purpose of this study was to determine the association between lactotransferrin (LTF) gene polymorphism and dental caries. |
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