Green Tea Reduces Chances of Getting Gum Disease

Scientists and dental experts have recently been finding out that the antioxidants in green tea are useful in cutting drinkers’ chances of developing periodontal disease during their lifetimes. A study, published in the Journal of Periodontology, found that most drinkers, do in fact, have a lower incidence of gum disease than those people who do not drink green tea on a regular basis.

The research looked at 940 men, aged 49 through 59. Some drank tea, others did not. The men were evaluated for periodontal disease on its three main indicators:

• Periodontal Pocket Depth
• Clinical Attachment Loss
• Bleeding of the Gum Tissue

Researchers saw that for every cup of green tea consumed each day, the appearance of these indicators dropped noticeably. Periodontal disease has been linked to other, much more severe conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes. Preventing gum disease is the first step in preventing those problems.

For more information about gum disease and the effects of green tea consumption, talk to your dentist today!