Effect of Moringa oleifera on serum YKL-40 level: In vivo rat periodontitis model

Abstract

Abstract Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that destroys the bones and soft tissues that support the tooth as a result of inflammatory reactions. YKL-40 is an inflammatory marker associated with inflammation and is also associated with periodontal diseases. Moringa oleifera (MO) is a plant rich in high nutritional values, minerals, vitamins, and other essential phytochemicals. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of MO administration on serum YKL-40 levels in an experimental periodontitis model. In the study, a total number of 24 female Wistar albino rats, which were 4–5 months old with a body weight of 275 ± 25 g, were used. Animals were divided into three groups. 1st group: Control (n = 8), 2nd group: periodontitis group (PG) (n = 8), 3rd group: Periodontitis group (PG + MO) with an additional 200 mg/kg/4 weeks MO (n = 8). In the PG and PG + MO were formed experimental periodontitis model. Compared to the PG, the decrease in the interleukin-6 (IL-6) and YKL-40 values in the PG + MO (p < 0.05, p < 0.05) was found to be significant in terms of statistical evaluation. As a result, MO decreased YKL-40 levels in the experimental periodontitis model. Although further research is needed, drugs containing MO can be used in the treatment of periodontal diseases.