Matrix Metalloproteinases in Oral Health—Special Attention on MMP-8
Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a large family of Ca<sup>2+</sup> and Zn<sup>2+</sup> dependent proteolytic enzymes, able to cleave the various components of the extracellular matrix (ECM), as well as a range of other regulatory molecules. Several reports have proven the...
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MDPI AG
2023-05-01
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Series: | Biomedicines |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9059/11/6/1514 |