Abstract
Salivary diagnostics is a dynamic and emerging field utilizing nanotechnology and molecular diagnostics to aid in the diagnosis of oral and systemic diseases. In this article the author critically reviews the latest advances using oral biomarkers for disease detection. The use of oral fluids is broadening perspectives in clinical diagnosis, disease monitoring, and decision making for patient care. Important elements determining the future possibilities and challenges in this field are also discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 159-178 |
Number of pages | 20 |
Journal | Dental clinics of North America |
Volume | 55 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2011 |
Keywords
- Biofluid
- Biomarker
- Oral disease
- Point-of-care diagnostics
- Saliva
- Systematic disease
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Dentistry