Advances of Proteomic Sciences in Dentistry
Zohaib Khurshid1, Sana Zohaib2, Shariq Najeeb3
1Department of Prosthodontics and Dental Materials, School of Dentistry, King Faisal University, Al-Hofuf 31982, Saudi Arabia. drzohaibkhurshid@gmail.com.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences
|May 18, 2016
Summary
Proteomics has revolutionized dentistry by enabling early disease diagnosis through biomarker detection in oral fluids and tissues. This review highlights key advancements in dental proteomics over the past 15 years.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Science
- Oral Biology
- Proteomics
Background:
- Proteomics tools have significantly impacted biomedical fields, including dentistry.
- The oral cavity presents a complex environment with hard/soft tissues and biofluids like saliva and crevicular fluid.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review major milestones in dental proteomics over the last 15 years.
- To discuss the application of proteomics in analyzing oral tissues and dental materials.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on proteomics applications in dentistry.
- Analysis of proteomics tools for oral tissue and biofluid examination.
Main Results:
- Proteomics facilitates early disease diagnosis via biomarker identification in oral fluids.
- Significant advancements have been made in understanding oral tissues through proteomic analysis.
Conclusions:
- Proteomics is a transformative tool in modern dentistry.
- Future directions include further exploration of dental materials proteomics.
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