09/03/2026
An over-the-counter supplement could be a better treatment for gum disease than antibiotics. Researchers in Brazil found that combining Omega-3 supplements and low-dose aspirin was just as effective at treating periodontitis as antibiotics.
Omega-3 and low-dose aspirin matched the effectiveness of antibiotics in a year-long study of patients with severe gum disease, with both approaches helping about 58% reach the treatment goal. The unexpected result could point to a new way to treat some patients while reducing reliance on antibiotic...