MASTIC GUM MAY help fight off the Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) bacteria, according to a 2010 study. H. pylori is a common bacteria that can cause inflammation and ulcers and possibly damage stomach ...
Targeting the immune system could prevent or treat periodontal ... of PD. “Treatment for PD has always focused on targeting bacteria, but bacteria don’t actually cause the disease.
The findings could lead to new treatment and prevention strategies ... have recently shown unexpected associations with severe gum disease. Credit: Left to right: XtockImages/Getty Images ...
Smoking and other tobacco use can cause oral health problems like gum disease and tooth decay. Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel and the dentin layer ...