The Capsule of Porphyromonas Gingivalis Protects Gum Disease-Causing Bacteria From Immune Response

According to recent research the capsule, Porphyromonas gingivalis, the bacterium that causes gum disease, provides stealth, boosting the bacterium's virulence. You may have also heard it referred to as a sugar coating, as the capsule is made from sugar molecules. These molecules do not ordinarily elicit immunity, despite the fact that it does hide the bacterium's proteins within, preventing immune response.
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The study was led by Janina P. Lewis, of Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond. The scientists compared the ability of normal, and mutant bacteria that were missing the capsule.

"The mutant bacteria activated the host to a greater extent, and thus, were more easily killed by eukaryote cells," says Lewis. "Thus, the capsule protects the bacteria and allows them to survive unnoticed in our bodies."

Skipping Brushing Teeth At Bedtime?

"Good oral health cannot be maintained by brushing once a day as each brushing session has a specific purpose.  Brushing first thing in the morning coats the tooth's enamel with fluoride to strengthen and protect the tooth surface against acid attacks throughout the day,” Dr Nigel Carter.

According to recent research, approximately a half of the population (a bit more than 47%) mentioned regularly skipping brushing their teeth at bedtime.

"Brushing last thing at night removes the deposits which have built up from eating and drinking during the day, in addition to removing plaque; the cause of gum disease.  The last brush of the day also coats the teeth with fluoride, which is not washed away through eating and drinking, it continues to protect the tooth's surface during sleep," advised Dr Carter.

Advanced Gum Treatment

It's not a secret that all over the World, gum disease is considered to be a very common problem, varying from simple gum inflammation to serious bone damage that support the teeth. In case of a not proper treatment such things like the bone, gums and connective tissue that hold the teeth in place can be totally damaged.

In case you have a periodontal disease, you have to seek the help of a periodontist immediately in order to prevent any further complications. If you do not immediately treat a periodontal disease, it may lead to a permanent damage, and a number of more serious dental conditions such as trench mouth.