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  • Title: Histopathological changes in collagen and matrix metalloproteinase levels in articular condyle of experimental model rats with jaw deformity.
    Author: Watanabe A, Yamaguchi M, Utsunomiya T, Yamamoto H, Kasai K.
    Journal: Orthod Craniofac Res; 2008 May; 11(2):105-18. PubMed ID: 18416752.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To investigate the dynamics of the cartilage matrix in the articular condyle after removal of a side shift plate; Emergence of type I, II, and III collagen in the matrix as well as changes in levels of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-1, -8, and -13 that degrade collagen were studied histopathologically and immunohistochemically. DESIGN: Lateral displacement of the mandible was achieved by attaching a side shift plate to the anterior teeth of the maxilla in male rats at 6 weeks. The wearing period of the side shift plate was 8 weeks. Observations were made at 0, 1, 2, 4 and 8 weeks after removal. RESULTS: In histopathological findings, the timing of proliferation of the layer of hypertrophy varied between the bilateral sides. In immunohistochemical findings a significant decline in the expression of type II collagen in the displacement side was observed immediately after removal. Moreover, the expressions of MMPs were elevated in both sides on 0 weeks. At 1 week after removal, a significant elevated in the expression of type II collagen, MMPs was decline in both sides. CONCLUSIONS: After removal, the levels of MMP-1, -8, and 13 were reduced and the emergence of type II collagen increased. Thus, cellular outgrowth was initiated to trigger intracartilaginous ossification to restore the cartilage matrix.
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