Distinct post-translational features of type I collagen are conserved in mouse and human periodontal ligament.
David M HudsonM GaribovD R DixonT PopowicsD R EyrePublished in: Journal of periodontal research (2017)
This distinctive post-translational phenotype may be relevant for understanding why some individuals are at risk of rapid PDL destruction in periodontal disease and warrants further investigation. In addition, developing a murine model for studying PDL collagen may be useful for exploring potential clinical strategies for promoting PDL regeneration.