Hypoglycemic and tissue protective effects of mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana L.) on diabetes associated periodontal tissue alterations.

Mangosteen treatment improved blood glucose levels and partially restored periodontal ligament structure in diabetic rats, with increased collagen density and bone-forming activity compared to untreated diabetic controls.

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