Gum Disease and Arthritis Share a Surprising Biological Link

Researchers have identified a common molecular pathway connecting periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis through neutrophil proteins found in saliva and blood. The finding could reshape how clinicians screen for and treat both conditions, opening opportunities for diagnostic tools and therapies that target both diseases simultaneously.

Originaltitel: Salivary and serum levels of neutrophil proteases in periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis