periodontal disease
Americannoun
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Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a chronic inflammation or infection of the gums and the bone that supports the teeth.
From Science Daily • Oct. 27, 2025
Work we have done with our collaborators has shown that treating plaque samples from periodontal disease patients with 6.5 mmol of nitrate increased healthy bacteria levels and reduced acidity.
From Salon • Jan. 30, 2024
A phase 1 trial of a lipoxin-based mouthwash published last year indicated the drug was safe in people with periodontal disease and also showed some hints of efficacy.
From Science Magazine • May 4, 2022
He was a co-inventor of the Sonicare toothbrush, which was was born out of his own struggles in the 1980s with periodontal disease.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2022
Her lost teeth, the officials said, were simply the result of periodontal disease.
From Washington Post • Feb. 9, 2022
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