Gum treatment may ease arthritis symptoms, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT02779179
First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study looked at whether treating gum disease (periodontitis) can improve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Researchers enrolled 22 adults who had both conditions. Participants received periodontal treatment, and the team measured changes in RA activity over three months. The goal was to see if managing gum health could be a helpful addition to standard RA care.
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Locations
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CHU de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, 33000, France
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Pôle Odontologie Hôpital Purpan - Pavillon Rayer
Toulouse, 31059, France
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