GINGIVAL HEALTH

This study tested two herbal mouthwashes made from pomegranate peel and neem against a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash in 156 school children aged 8-12. The goal was to see if the natural options could reduce plaque, gum inflammation, and bacteria just as well, but with fewer si…

This study looked at 30 people with braces who had gum inflammation (gingivitis). Each person received two different cleanings—one side of the mouth got a newer method called Guided Biofilm Therapy, and the other side got the traditional cleaning. Researchers checked plaque level…

This study looked at 70 people with bonded retainers (a wire glued behind the lower teeth) to see which tool—water flosser or interdental brush—keeps gums healthier. Participants used one of the two methods, and researchers checked plaque, bleeding, and gum inflammation over six …

This study looked at whether using a lip bumper appliance after removing four premolars helps lower front teeth align faster. 44 people with moderate to severe crowding took part. One group got a lip bumper, the other did not. Researchers measured tooth alignment and gum health o…

This study looked at 32 people who got a single metal-ceramic crown to see how their gums changed over 8 years. Researchers compared the crowned tooth to a matching natural tooth on the other side of the mouth. They measured plaque, bleeding, pocket depth, and gum recession durin…