Gum treatment may lower prostate markers, study finds

This study looked at whether treating gum disease could lower prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels and reduce urinary tract infections in men with chronic prostatitis or recurrent UTIs. Sixty men with both gum disease and prostate/urinary issues were split into three groups: one received deep cleaning, one got brushing instructions only, and one had no gum treatment. Researchers measured PSA and infection rates over 120 days to see if gum therapy might reduce inflammation and improve genitourinary health.