The progression of proliferative verrucous leukoplakia can be detected through elevated levels of salivary matrix metalloproteinases.

BMC Oral Health · 2026 · PMC13159278 · PMID 41917896

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Among these factors, female sex showed the greatest effect; however, this association did not reach statistical significance.

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