TOOTH DEMINERALIZATION

This study tested a special dental varnish (chlorohexidine) in 22 people with braces to see if it could reduce gum overgrowth, plaque buildup, and early white spots on teeth. Each person's mouth was split in half—one side got the active varnish, the other a placebo—and changes we…

This study looked at 268 children aged 3-12 with deep cavities in their baby molars. Researchers compared two methods: the Hall technique and a modified version, both of which use a crown to seal the cavity without drilling. The goal was to see which approach keeps the tooth heal…

This study looked at 50 adults aged 18-40 with deep cavities in their back teeth. Dentists removed only the decayed part and filled the tooth with either a bioactive or a standard non-bioactive material. The goal was to see which filling kept the tooth healthy and pain-free longe…

This study tested three treatments for early, non-cavity tooth decay in children aged 4 to 9 years. The treatments were a resin sealant, a fluoride varnish, and both combined. Over 12 months, researchers checked if the decay stopped or got worse. The goal was to find the best way…

This study looked at whether kissing on the mouth can help neutralize acid in the mouth after drinking sugary or fermented drinks like soda or beer. Acid can weaken tooth enamel and lead to cavities. Researchers gave 33 healthy adults these drinks, then measured their saliva pH e…