The effect of periodontal treatment on patients with rheumatoid arthritis: the ESPERA randomised controlled trial

Conclusions: Although no clinical effect of periodontal treatment on RA was identified, this trial provides important data to support periodontal care in RA patients. Periodontal treatment is safe and reduces oral inflammation with a possible effect on oral health QoL. Since both periodontitis and RA are complex and multifactorial chronic diseases, it is likely that patient-centred approaches involving both oral health professionals and rheumatologists will contribute to optimal patient care. ISRCTN79186420.
Source: Joint Bone Spine - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research