Quantitative Assessment of Calcium Profile in Whole Saliva From Smokers and Non-Smokers with Chronic Generalized Periodontitis

Background: Measures of in vivo calcium status are important in understanding the mineralization capacity as it is an essential mineral component of both teeth and bone; and also play a vital role in the lipid profile and hormonal balance. Aim: To evaluate the existence of any disturbances in ca...

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Main Authors: Megha Varghese, Shashikanth Hegde, Rajesh Kashyap, Arun Kumar Maiya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2015-05-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/5948/12334_CE[Ra]_F(P)_PF1(VSUAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(PAG).pdf