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  • Oral immunology
  • Microbial pathogenesis
  • Translational medicine

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  • The immune system defends against oral microbes causing periodontal disease and dental caries.
  • Chronic inflammation, while protective, can paradoxically lead to significant tissue destruction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review advances in oral immunology and clinical applications.
  • To explore novel immunomodulatory therapeutic strategies, emphasizing translational and personalized immunogenetic approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesizing current understanding of oral microbiome, immunity, and disease pathogenesis.
  • Investigating the role of immune cells (neutrophils, macrophages, lymphocytes) and mediators (cytokines, chemokines).
  • Highlighting saliva's role in modulating oral immunity.

Main Results:

  • Immune responses, particularly chronic inflammation, contribute to alveolar bone loss and enamel demineralization.
  • Understanding immune mechanisms is key to developing targeted therapies.

Conclusions:

  • This review provides insights into immunomodulatory treatments for oral diseases.
  • Personalized, immunogenetic-based interventions hold promise for improved prevention and management.
  • Effective oral disease management can reduce the systemic health burden.