PERIODONTAL INFLAMMATION

This study aimed to investigate a possible link between gum disease (periodontitis) and Alzheimer's disease by analyzing blood test results. Researchers compared 100 people who had both conditions to people who had gum disease alone. They looked for patterns in standard blood cel…

This study aimed to understand the link between gum disease and heart disease. Researchers examined 51 people who had surgery to remove plaque from their heart arteries. They checked if harmful bacteria from the mouth were present in the artery plaque and measured a marker relate…

This study compared two professional teeth cleaning methods for people with early-stage gum disease. Researchers followed 80 healthy, non-smoking volunteers to see if a newer cleaning technique was better than the standard method at reducing gum inflammation. They measured signs …

This study aimed to understand gum disease better by measuring two specific proteins in the fluid around the gums. It involved 99 adults with healthy gums, mild gum inflammation (gingivitis), or more serious gum disease (periodontitis). All participants with gum issues received a…