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Medical Oddities: Gummies Good for the Gums

From gummies to hookworms, trackers to vibrating pills, medicine took some unexpected turns this week.

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  • Teraya Smith

  • June 18, 2026

  • 6 min

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Objective:

To evaluate the effectiveness of heat-inactivated Lactiplantibacillus pentosus ONRICb0240 gummies in reducing gingival inflammation in adults.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Bleeding on probing decreased from 17.6% to 12.3% in the treatment group, compared to little change in the placebo group.
    • Gingival index scores improved, while pocket depth, attachment levels, plaque scores, and saliva production remained largely unchanged.
    • Participants with a BMI of at least 22 kg/m² and lower baseline bleeding showed the strongest responses.
    Interpretation:

    The gummies were effective in reducing signs of gingival inflammation without safety concerns.

    Limitations:
    • The study did not assess long-term effects beyond the 6-week period.
    • The sample size was limited to 116 adults.
    Conclusion:

    Heat-inactivated Lactiplantibacillus pentosus ONRICb0240 gummies may be a beneficial adjunct to oral hygiene for reducing gingival inflammation.

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Medical Oddities: Gummies Good for the Gums

  • by Teraya Smith

  • June 18, 2026

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