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New journal supplement explores the role of mouthwash in oral care

MELBOURNE, Australia: The value of mouthwash as part of routine oral hygiene has often been questioned in the literature. Seeking to provide the most ...

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Recommending the right powered brush for orthodontic patients

During orthodontic therapy, only excellent oral hygiene leads to excellent results. However, dental professionals are not always sure of recommendations to ...

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Researchers develop at-home test that can diagnose gingivitis

CINCINNATI, US: The prevalence of gingivitis continues to be a significant public health concern, and barriers such as limited access to healthcare and high...

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Study offers new insights into periodontal disease and body’s protective response

SEATTLE, U.S.: Biofilm buildup can lead to many oral health issues, including gingivitis, periodontitis and tooth loss, as well as other serious health ...

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Dual-light photodynamic therapy helps kill oral bacteria

ESPOO, Finland: Regular toothbrushing helps maintain good oral health, but does not completely prevent the occurrence of oral disease. To help kill ...

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Improving oral health of people with intellectual disability

MELBOURNE, Victoria, Australia: People with intellectual disability face various social, conceptual and other challenges that affect their overall health ...

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Plant-based diet could help reduce gingivitis

FREIBURG, Germany: A recent study has shown that a plant-based wholefood diet enriched with omega-3 fatty acid and vitamin D is able to reduce gingival ...

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Optimised diet for oral health reduces gingivitis

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands: Generally, a diet low in refined carbohydrates is associated with positive consequences for overall health and for oral health in ...

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Non-surgical periodontal treatment achieves better control of Type 2 diabetes

BARCELONA, Spain: Spanish researchers have found further evidence for the connection between periodontitis and Type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, they ...

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Interview: “Healthy gingivae make our lives better”

A campaign launched by the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP), the inaugural European Gum Health Day is being held today, May 12. With the slogan ...

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