Wine to treat gum disease?

It sounds like a dream come true, but according to this BBC news report, Canadian scientists believe red wine can help prevent and treat gum disease! The research they conducted says that the polyphenols in red wine (which aren't found in white varieties) can block production of free radical molecules, high levels of which can damage the gum tissue.

Of course, dentists warn there are other risks associated with drinking wine, and people should not think it is good for their teeth. And the fact is that red wine also contributes to teeth staining  - so while it may taste nice and have some minor benefit to the gums (but nothing a good brushing can't sort out, most likely), overall the risks probably outweigh the advantages.

Comments

[tooth whitening california]

I cant believe that Red wine can treat gum diseases, I think this is only superstitious belief of Canadians. Only dentist can tell whats the best for the teeth. Thanks for the post.

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[Edmund Falkner]

It's one of the reasons why wines are adored by people. These are always around during special occasions. Wines have a lot of health benefits. For example, they help prevent and treat gum diseases.

[Eddie Storms]

There are also health benefits that wine can offer. It can lower the risk of heart disease, it can serve as an antiseptic, and it can help in the digestive process. According to a research, it can also be beneficial in treating inflammation with periodontal diseases.