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Omega-3 Fatty Acids Can Help Fight Gum Disease, Says PA Periodontist
COLLEGEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA - A recent study shows omega-3 fatty acids may help prevent gum disease, according to The Science Of Dentistry website. This polyunsaturated fatty acid is found in salmon, flax seeds and walnuts, to name a few examples.
Gum inflammation and infection are characteristics of periodontal disease. Untreated gum disease can break down tissue and bone that surround the teeth, and ultimately could lead to tooth loss, said Dr. David…
