Gum treatment may ease arthritis symptoms, study finds
NCT ID NCT02779179
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether treating gum disease (periodontitis) can reduce the severity of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in people who have both conditions. Researchers enrolled 22 adults with RA and gum disease, providing periodontal treatment and measuring changes in RA activity over time. The goal was to see if addressing gum inflammation could help control arthritis symptoms.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
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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