PROTEOMICS IN DENTISTRY- A REVIEW

Proteomics is the study of proteins, which constitute the building blocks of living matrix, on a large scale. Applications of proteomics have revolutionized various spheres of dental diagnostics, treatment and research. The review evaluates the role of proteomics in the study of dental hard and soft tissues, oral fluids and dental material research. Proteomics has helped in the early diagnosis of various diseases by detecting various biomarkers in oral fluids. The study of proteomics in dentistry is still in the nascent stage and lot of work still has to be done to realize the true potential of proteomics in future treatment evaluation, disease prevention and prognosis of interventions.