Original Article

Comparison of Superoxide Dismutase Activity in Saliva of Smokers and Nonsmokers

Background: Considering the role of superoxide dismutase (SOD) as one of the most important salivary antioxidant enzymes, this study was performed to compare the level of this enzyme in smokers and nonsmokers. Methods: Unstimulated saliva of 60 volunteers (30 smokers and 30 nonsmokers) was collected. The activity of salivary SOD…