PERIODONTAL HEALTH

This study looked at whether electric or manual toothbrushes work better for children who have space maintainers (devices that hold space for permanent teeth). 68 kids aged 6-12 were split into groups using either brush type. Researchers checked plaque, gum health, and bacteria l…

This study tested a special dental floss containing probiotics (good bacteria) to see if it could reduce harmful mouth bacteria and improve gum health in 33 healthy men. Participants used the probiotic floss and a placebo floss for two weeks each, with a break in between. The res…

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 126 people with type 2 diabetes, some with kidney complications, to measure inflammation markers in their saliva and blood. Researchers compared these markers based on gum health status. The goal was to better understand the links between gum disease, diabete…

This study looked at whether certain proteins in saliva (IL-6, IL-8, and LIGHT) can help tell the difference between healthy gums, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Researchers measured these proteins in 60 non-smoking adults with no other health conditions. The goal was to see if t…

This study examined the link between diet, physical activity, and oral health in 160 children aged 3-14. Researchers checked for tooth decay and gum health, and compared these to how closely children followed a Mediterranean diet. The goal was to see if healthier eating habits ar…

This study looked at 60 adults with healthy gums to see how e-cigarettes affect mouth tissues compared to regular cigarettes and not smoking. Researchers measured certain chemicals in gum fluid that signal inflammation or tissue breakdown. The goal was to find out if vaping cause…