AMELX and ENAM Polymorphisms and Dental Caries.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The variety of the genetic factors playing role in development of dental caries calls for further research in this regard. The aim of the present study was to investigate the differences between caries-free adults and adults with dental caries in terms of polymorphism of caries-related genes (AMELX and ENAM).

Methods

The present case-control study was performed on 81 adults aged 18-24 years, 41 caries free, and 40 with a DMFT ≥ 4. A questionnaire containing background and demographic information (such as age, gender, time and type of latest dental check-ups, parent's education, oral self-care, and the place of residence in the first 12 years of life) was completed by participants at the time of examination. The blood sample was taken from each participant in the

SUBMITTER: Reza Khami M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9825226 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature