Mouthwash can play a valuable supporting role in controlling dental biofilm and gingival inflammation, according to a comprehensive review of clinical evidence by periodontal experts
FREIBURG, Germany: Thousands of different bacteria colonise the oral cavity, many of which remain unidentified. Researchers in Freiburg are now using a combined culture- and
New research suggests that gum and tooth disease might do more than cause pain — it could blunt athletes’ aerobic performance. Low-grade inflammation from common
CROMWELL, Conn. — During a routine prophylaxis in April 2024, a registered dental hygienist (RDH) discovered a lump in a 52-year-old patient’s mouth. A panoramic
The Dentaid Research Center, one of Europe’s leading private oral health research facilities, continues to set global benchmarks in oral care. Serving as the hub
NHS dental services face an urgent need for reform to remain viable, senior dental leaders warn. A combination of a dysfunctional UDA system, a flawed
One weekly session of oral care can cut a dementia patient’s risk of aspiration pneumonia to one quarter, said Jijun Lim, president of the Korea
Even with diligent brushing and mouthwash use, plaque and bacteria can linger between teeth. Dentists emphasize that daily flossing is crucial, as it reaches areas
Red, bleeding gums during brushing may signal gingivitis, a common inflammatory gum disease affecting up to 100% of people at some point in their lives.
Bad smell on dental floss can be an early warning of lingering plaque, trapped food or gum inflammation, dental experts say. Dentists stress that brushing
Ignoring basic oral care can lead to severe, irreversible damage — including tooth extraction — warns Dr. Yadira Cardona-Rohena of Hamilton Mill Oral & Facial
Crystal Marruganti explains why periodontal care is essential to supporting a patient’s whole-body health. For years, periodontitis has been considered an isolated oral infection that