Folic Acid - Oral Health Benefits

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This section outlines the therapeutic effects of Folic Acid on the Mouth, Teeth and Gums.

 

Oral Health Benefits of Folic Acid

 Angular Stomatosis (cracks in the corner of the Mouth) may occur as a result of Folic Acid deficiency. 

 Folic Acid (4 mg per day orally or as a constituent of mouthwashes or toothpastes) may help to prevent and treat Gingivitis (by increasing the Gums’ resistance to Detrimental Bacteria and by reducing Inflammation of the Gums.  [1]

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