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RA Genetics May Reveal Link to Gum Disease

Analysis of East Asian genetic data found a modest inverse association between rheumatoid arthritis susceptibility and periodontitis risk, though researchers said the findings require confirmation in independent cohorts.

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • June 15, 2026

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RA Genetics May Reveal Link to Gum Disease

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • June 15, 2026

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