Polyphenols could fend off bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease

The researchers checked out the effect of two red wine polyphenols, as well as commercially available grape seed and red wine extracts, on bacteria that stick to teeth and gums and cause dental plaque, cavities and periodontal disease.

Inhibition of Oral Pathogens Adhesion to Human Gingival Fibroblasts by Wine Polyphenols Alone and in Combination with an Oral Probiotic. Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2018; DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.7b05466

*Grape Seed Extract may help repair Micro-cavities

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Tags: Cavities, cell adhesion, gums, Metabolism, oral bacteria, oral health, Probiotics, wine polyphenols