A proline rich protein from the gingival seal around teeth exhibits antimicrobial properties against Porphyromonas gingivalis
Abstract The gingival seal around teeth prevents bacteria from destroying the tooth-supporting tissues and disseminating throughout the body. Porphyromonas gingivalis, a major periodontopathogen, degrades components of the specialized extracellular matrix that mediates attachment of the gingiva to t...
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Nature Portfolio
2021
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