Objective To assess the reliability of different salivary biomarkers as skeletal maturity
indicators when compared with other methods of skeletal maturity assessment. Methods A …

The aim of this study was to assess the changes in vital salivary parameters such as
calcium, phosphorous, alkaline phosphatase, buffering capacity, pH, flow-rate and Oral …

Background/Objectives. The correct identification of the different stages of skeletal maturity is
a crucial issue in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning decisions. The hand‐wrist …

Aim: The current study aimed at analyzing the effect of non-surgical periodontal treatment
accompanied by systemic antibiotics on salivary enzyme activities, periodontal parameters …

Aim: Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) is present in human and plays a key role in intracellular
destructive processes and cellular damage. It has bicarbonate and phosphate ions, which …

Background:   Saliva, a widely obtainable oral fluid, has gained acceptability as a
screening medium in numerous health disorders in recent years. It has the capacity to …

Background: Elevated salivary alkaline phosphatase (S-ALP) levels have been observed in
oral squamous cell carcinoma, but its status in tobacco users and in individuals with oral …

Aims: Saliva plays a vital role in maintaining oral health, and its composition can be
significantly altered by tobacco use. The repeated exposure of saliva to tobacco has been …

Introduction Early childhood caries (ECC) is a major common problem seen in children and
is the most prevalent chronic disease that leads to discomfort, pain, and poor quality of life …

Background Evaluation of salivary biomarkers is a non-invasive, convenient, and
economical method for diagnosing many diseases. Evidence shows that salivary biomarkers …