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Comparison of alveolar bone loss in different groups.
| Groups | Area of the periodontal ligament in the root furcation (mm2) | Distance from the CEJ to the ABC (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| SHAM | 0.25 ± 0.05 | 0.46 ± 0.03 |
| OVX | 0.33 ± 0.07* | 0.69 ± 0.06* |
| SHAM + EP | 0.35 ± 0.10 | 0.71 ± 0.06 |
| OVX + EP | 0.49 ± 0.12** | 0.82 ± 0.07** |
Values are expressed as means ± SEM; n = 6.
*P < 0.05 versus SHAM rats; **P < 0.05 versus SHAM + EP rats.
