Salivary Cytokines, MMP-8 and Dental Caries in Osteoporosis Patients

Osteoporoz Hastalarında Tükürük Sitokin, Matrix Metalloproteinase 8 ve Diş Çürüğünün Değerlendirilmesi

This study examines saliva samples from patients with osteoporosis. The levels of cytokines and Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8) enzyme in saliva will be measured. Additionally, the dental caries status of participants will be evaluated. The aim of this study is to understand the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health. Only saliva samples will be collected from participants; no treatment or medication will be administered.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Willing to give voluntary consent For Group 1, having been diagnosed with osteoporosis For Group 2, being systemically healthy and not having a diagnosis of osteoporosis/osteopenia

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having a chronic inflammatory or autoimmune disease Using glucocorticoids, anti-anxiety medications, antidepressants, or antiepileptic drugs Having been diagnosed with any malignancy Having any endocrine disease Having undergone periodontal treatment within the last 6 months