A gentler way to treat aggressive gum disease may be in our future
Medical Xpress
March 3, 2026
For years, treating gum disease has meant scraping away plaque, cutting out damaged tissue or turning to antibiotics that kill bacteria indiscriminately. While newer therapies can regenerate lost tissue, doctors still lack a precise way to stop the infection without harming the mouth's healthy microbiome. New research from the University of Florida College of Dentistry offers a breakthrough.
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Originally published on Medical Xpress on 3/3/2026