The proposed study aims to investigate the impact of adjunctive vitamin D gel application on gingival crevicular fluid levels of alkaline phosphatase and interleukin-8 in periodontitis patients undergoing phase 1 periodontal therapy. By elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying the therapeutic effects of vitamin D, this research seeks to contribute to the development of more effective treatment strategies for periodontitis.
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Periodontal Assessment
Timeframe: 12 weeks