DENTAL PLAQUE

This study tested whether a mouthwash containing cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) could improve gum health and reduce plaque when used alongside regular brushing. 136 adults with mild to moderate gingivitis used either the CPC mouthwash or brushed alone for 12 weeks. The main goal …

This study tested whether using a special toothpaste with mouthwash and a manual toothbrush works better than regular fluoride toothpaste for reducing plaque and gum problems. 90 adults aged 18-70 with mild gum disease and plaque took part over 12 weeks. Researchers measured plaq…

This study tested an experimental toothpaste with stannous fluoride against regular fluoride toothpaste in 154 adults with mild gum disease (gingivitis). The goal was to see if it could reduce gum bleeding and plaque buildup over 12 weeks. Results showed the special toothpaste im…

This study tested whether a new mouthwash (MicroRepair ABX) works as well as the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash for treating gingivitis, a reversible gum inflammation caused by plaque. Forty adults with gingivitis received professional teeth cleaning and then used one of the tw…

This study tested whether charcoal-infused toothbrushes remove dental plaque and stains better than regular toothbrushes. Thirty-six Egyptian adults brushed twice daily with fluoride toothpaste for four weeks. Researchers measured plaque and tooth color at the start and end. The …

This study tested two daily mouth rinses containing chlorhexidine (CHX) plus other ingredients against a placebo rinse. 81 adults used the rinses along with regular brushing and flossing. Researchers measured changes in dental plaque buildup, gum inflammation, and tooth staining …

This study tested how well floss and three different mouthwashes (essential oil with alcohol, essential oil without alcohol, and CPC+Zn without alcohol) reduce dental plaque and gum inflammation. 228 adults with mild to moderate gum disease took part. The goal was to see which me…

This study tested two mouthwashes in 40 adults with plaque-induced gingivitis (reversible gum disease). One is the standard chlorhexidine, which can stain teeth and alter taste; the other is MicroRepair ABX, a newer formula with fewer known side effects. Participants used one of …

This study tested whether a stannous fluoride toothpaste prevents dental plaque better than a standard fluoride toothpaste. 91 healthy adults brushed twice daily for 14 days after a professional cleaning. Plaque levels were measured at the start, after one day, and after two week…

This study tested a chlorohexidine varnish (a protective dental coating) on 22 people with braces. Each person's mouth was split in half: one side got the active varnish, the other a placebo. Over 3 months, researchers measured gum overgrowth, plaque buildup, and early tooth deca…

This study tested whether a water flosser or an interdental brush is better at removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation in people with braces. 75 adults with fixed braces used one tool on each side of their mouth for 3 months. The goal was to find which tool keeps teeth and …

This study looked at whether using a stannous fluoride toothpaste together with a cetylpyridinium chloride mouthwash can improve gum health and reduce plaque better than using regular fluoride toothpaste alone. 199 adults with gum inflammation (gingivitis) took part. The main goa…

This study tested whether using mouth rinses or chewing gum between morning and evening brushing can reduce plaque and improve breath. Twenty healthy adults tried five different products (like Listerine and Wrigley gum) on separate days, and researchers compared results to days w…

This study tested a program where teachers in Pakistani schools taught students aged 10-15 about oral hygiene. Over 4,000 students took part, with some schools using the program and others continuing as usual. The goal was to see if teacher-led lessons could reduce dental plaque …

This study tested whether offering small financial rewards to parents would encourage them to brush their young children's teeth more often, aiming to prevent cavities. 244 families with children in Early Head Start programs took part. Parents used a special Bluetooth toothbrush …

This study tested an experimental toothpaste with stannous fluoride, zinc, and alumina against regular fluoride toothpaste in 175 adults with mild to moderate gingivitis. Over 4 weeks, researchers measured gum bleeding and plaque buildup to see if the new toothpaste improved gum …

This study tested whether using a special light device at home, along with a standard steroid mouth rinse, could better control pain and inflammation in people with oral lichen planus affecting the gums. Thirteen adults with confirmed disease took part. The goal was to see if the…

This study looked at 56 extracted human teeth to see how three different polishing methods—bristle brush, rubber cup, and air polishing—affect tooth surface roughness after scaling. The goal was to find which method leaves teeth smoothest, which could help prevent plaque buildup.…

This study looked at whether showing children pictures of healthy teeth or decayed teeth helps them brush better. Sixty kids aged 7 to 14 received oral hygiene lessons with either positive images, negative images, or no images. Their dental plaque and bad breath were measured bef…

This study tested a new oral health education module called MyBRUSH in 176 twelve-year-old children in Sabah, Malaysia. Researchers wanted to see if it improves kids' knowledge, attitude, and behavior about toothpaste and brushing, and if it reduces dental plaque. One group used …