Effects of Melatonin in the Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontitis: A Systematic Review

Effects of Melatonin in the Non-Surgical Treatment of Periodontitis: A Systematic Review

Background: Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland, an endocrine gland located at the base of the brain. It acts as a powerful antioxidant; it can bring numerous advantages to periodontal diseases, pursuing homeostasis, such as restoration of the concentration of antioxidants, reduction...

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Main Authors: Simone Purpura, Gustavo Vicentis Oliveira Fernandes, Filipa Pinto Oliveira, Filipe Correia de Castro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Applied Sciences
Subjects:
melatonin
therapeutics
biomarkers
periodontitis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/12/22/11698

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