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inflammation
(redirected from periodontal inflammation)

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Byline: ANI Washington, April 6 (ANI): Boston University scientists say that they have discovered a new family of biologically active products of omega-3 fatty acids, which can resolve periodontal inflammation and restore the gums to health.
Periodontal inflammation has been named as a risk factor for certain systemic conditions, and the opposite has also been demonstrated.
RECENT FINDINGS: Periodontal inflammation is associated with an elevated systemic inflammatory state and an increased risk of major cardiovascular events such as myocardial infarction and stroke, adverse pregnancy outcomes such as preeclampsia, low birth weight and preterm birth, and altered glycemic control in people with diabetes.
 
 
 
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