Doxycycline inhibits ______________, which may prevent periodontal breakdown

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

collagenase. Collagenase is an enzyme responsible for the destruction of collagen, which makes up the connective tissue of the periodontium. This anticollagenase property does not depend on the drug's antibacterial actions.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Localized cancers are treated with ________, in which temporary radioactive implants are placed close to or directly into cancerous tissue. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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