Effect of TNF-α-Induced Sclerostin on Osteocytes during Orthodontic Tooth Movement
Osteocytes are abundant cells in bone, which contribute to bone maintenance. Osteocytes express receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B ligand (RANKL) and regulate osteoclast formation. Orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) occurs by osteoclast resorption of alveolar bone. Osteocyte-derived RANKL is...
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Jezik: | English |
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Wiley
2019-01-01
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Serija: | Journal of Immunology Research |
Online dostop: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/9716758 |