The study was published in the Journal of Periodontology. For the
study, 940 men between the ages of 49 and 59 were included and their
green tea drinking habits were compared. Those who drank green tea
regularly had healthier teeth than those who drank less green tea. The
comparisons in dental health were made using three factors normally
associated with periodontal disease, including the bleeding of the gum
tissue, the depth of the periodontal pocket, and the loss of attachment
of gum tissue. The researchers discovered a correlation per glass of
green tea consumed and a reduction in those three indicators.
Researchers believe the connection stems from the presence of catechin in
green tea. Catechin is an antioxidant which has been shown to fight
inflammation in the body. Periodontal disease is a condition marked by
ongoing inflammation of the gums which causes the deterioration of gum
tissue and supporting bones. By reducing this inflammation, the catechin
from the tea may be promoting healthier teeth and gums.
Although not documented in the study, green tea is known to provide other
dental benefits. Polyphenols in the tea stop plaque from sticking to the
enamel of the teeth thus reducing the risk of cavity development. Green tea
can also prevent the growth of bacteria in the mouth which cause bad breath.
Some green teas also include fluoride which strengthens teeth.
The American Academy of Periodontology has endorsed many studies
suggesting that maintaining healthy gums is critical to the overall health
of the body. “The mouth is a mirror providing a reflection of conditions
affecting the entire body,” says Dr. Farnoosh. “While green tea is not be a
replacement for regular brushing and dental care, it can serve as a
supplement to promoting proper periodontal health.”
Dr. Farnoosh is a leader in the field of cosmetic dentistry and aesthetic
periodontal surgery. In addition to his 25 years of experience in private
dental practice he has been teaching for more than two decades at the
University of Southern California. Because of his credentials, he is
considered by the Consumer Research Council (CRC), an independent research
organization, to be one of “America’s Top Dentists”. His innovative research
and pioneering procedures have earned him the recognition of the
International Association of Dental Research and the American Academy of
Periodontology.
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