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VOL. 5, ISSUE 3 (2023)
Lactoferrin in periodontology-A review
Authors
Dr. Mannat Atwal
Abstract
Lactoferrin, a multifunctional glycoprotein
belonging to the transferrin family, has gained significant attention in the
field of periodontology due to its promising therapeutic properties. This
abstract provides an overview of the role and potential applications of
lactoferrin in periodontal health and disease management. Lactoferrin's ability
to bind iron and modulate the host immune response plays a crucial role in
inhibiting bacterial growth, biofilm formation, and reducing inflammation at
the periodontal site. Several studies have highlighted its antimicrobial
efficacy against periodontopathogens, such as Porphyromonas gingivalis and
Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans. Moreover, lactoferrin's immunomodulatory
effects demonstrate its capacity to regulate inflammatory cytokines, protect
gingival tissues from oxidative stress, and promote tissue repair. This
abstract explores the potential use of lactoferrin as an adjunctive therapeutic
agent in periodontal therapy, emphasizing the need for further research to
harness its full clinical benefits in periodontal disease prevention and
treatment.
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Pages:20-24
How to cite this article:
Dr. Mannat Atwal "Lactoferrin in periodontology-A review". International Journal of Dental Research, Vol 5, Issue 3, 2023, Pages 20-24
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