Category: Dentistry

Alcohol-free mouthwashes containing essential oils may taste better but may be less effective at removing plaque than their alcohol-based counterparts, a systematic review found. However, an alcohol-free essential oil mouthwash (EOalc−) and an alcohol-containing essential oil mouthwash (EOalc+) show

Manual toothbrushes with specific features, such as cross-shaped bristles, combined with a modified Bass brushing technique may be the most effective method for removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation. However, further research on the relationship between bristle wear and oral health is needed

Women tend to produce significantly less saliva than men, making them more susceptible to certain oral health conditions and negatively impacting their quality of life, according to researchers from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine (UConn). The differences, which have been lar

The discovery marks a turning point in our understanding of the link between fusobacteria and head and neck cancer. Treatment of head and neck cancer is notoriously complex, with few advances in the last 20 years. However, a team of UK researchers has recently made the startling discovery that Fusob

Assessing the bone mineral density (BMD) of the sides of the jaw, known as the mandibular ramus, using panoramic dental radiography can help identify patients at risk of developing osteoporosis. The study authors write that panoramic dental X-rays may serve as an additional screening tool for osteop

A 29-year-old healthy man experienced a rare case of six tooth loss followed by osteonecrosis of the maxilla due to herpes zoster infection, a rash caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. This case highlights the importance of healthcare providers, particularly dentists, being aware of the

Plasma cell gingivitis (PCG) is a rare benign disease that typically affects the marginal and adjacent gingiva. This case report describes generalized PCG in detail, including patient management and the clinicopathological characteristics of the disease. Plasma cell gingivitis (PCG) is an extremely

A 42-year-old woman had a long history of mouth ulcers but no gastrointestinal symptoms. Lab tests diagnosed celiac disease, suggesting that the oral lesions are a sign of a chronic immune disorder. Once the woman went on a gluten-free diet, the ulcers resolved. "Clinicians should remember that the

Sugar-coated gold nanoparticles can kill stubborn bacteria that grow on teeth and potentially eliminate biofilms faster than antibiotics, according to the U.S. National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering.An animal study highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic potential of these new

A low-calorie sugar substitute commonly found in toothpaste and chewing gum may be linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes. More future research should examine the cardiovascular safety of xylitol, a natural sugar alcohol found in plants but considered