Joint pain? You may need to get your gums checked

Apr 14, 2026 | 17:21 IST

Management of oral health is integral to arthritis care, say doctors

Rajesh Verma (name changed) was recently diagnosed with early-stage rheumatoid arthritis. The 38-year-old marketing professional was surprised when the doctors first checked his gums and informed him he had periodontitis. Once the gum infection was treated, his joint pain and swelling began to ease in weeks.

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Joint pain? You may need to get your gums checked

Management of oral health is integral to arthritis care, say doctors

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Joint pain? You may need to get your gums checked

Management of oral health is integral to arthritis care, say doctors

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