GINGIVAL HEALTH

This study compared two herbal mouthwashes (pomegranate peel extract and neem extract) with a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash in 156 school children aged 8-12. The goal was to see if the herbal options could reduce plaque, gum inflammation, and bacteria levels as effectively as …

This study compared two ways to clean between teeth—water flosser vs interdental brush—in 70 people with a permanent retainer glued to the back of their lower teeth. The goal was to see which method better reduces plaque, bleeding, and gum inflammation over six months. Results wi…

This study looked at whether using a lip bumper appliance after removing four premolars helps lower front teeth align faster. 44 people with crowded teeth were split into two groups: one got a lip bumper, the other did not. Researchers measured tooth alignment and gum health over…

This study tested two professional dental cleaning methods in 30 adults with braces and gum inflammation (gingivitis). Each participant received both a newer guided biofilm therapy and a conventional cleaning on different sides of their mouth. Researchers measured plaque removal,…

This study looked at 32 people who received a single metal-ceramic crown to see if it caused gum problems over time. Researchers compared the gums around the crown to the natural tooth on the opposite side of the mouth. They measured plaque, bleeding, pocket depth, and gum recess…