Gum disease worsens systemic bone loss in osteoporosis patients via gut bacteria

Chronic gum disease (periodontitis) may worsen bone deterioration in people with osteoporosis by disrupting the microorganisms that support gut health, according to collaborative research between Griffith University and Nanjing University in China.

The study, published in npj Biofilms and Microbiomes, reveals the biological mechanism linking oral inflammation to whole-body bone loss, highlighting the importance of maintaining oral health as part of osteoporosis management, particularly for older adults. ...