Interleukin 17 (IL-17) and interleukin 23 (IL-23) levels are modulated by compressive orthodontic forces in humans

ConclusionUpregulation of IL-17 and IL-23 occurred in response to the force application in compression sites. Monitoring the levels of inflammatory mediators might be a clinically useful procedure, as they may help to define optimal forces to produce the most rapid tooth movement.

Source: Journal of the World Federation of Orthodontists - September 28, 2019 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research