PERIODONTAL HEALTH

This study aimed to see if electric or manual toothbrushes work better for keeping gums healthy and controlling bacteria in children wearing dental space maintainers (a type of orthodontic appliance). Researchers randomly assigned 68 children, aged 6-12, to use either an electric…

This study compared two professional dental cleaning methods for people with braces who have gum inflammation (gingivitis). Thirty participants received both a newer cleaning method and a traditional method on different sides of their mouth during one visit. Researchers measured …

This study tested a new type of dental floss woven with 'good bacteria' (probiotics) to see if it could reduce harmful germs linked to gum disease. Thirty-three men with generally healthy gums used both the probiotic floss and a regular floss for two weeks each. Researchers measu…

This study aimed to better understand the links between gum disease, type 2 diabetes, and diabetic kidney disease by measuring specific inflammation markers. Researchers compared levels of these markers in the saliva and blood of 126 people with either newly diagnosed diabetes or…

This study aimed to understand if using e-cigarettes causes hidden, early damage to healthy gums, similar to the damage caused by regular cigarettes. Researchers compared fluid from the gums of 60 people who were e-cigarette users, regular smokers, or non-smokers. They looked for…

This study aimed to find out if certain inflammation markers in saliva can be used to diagnose gum disease. Researchers collected saliva from 60 people with healthy gums, gingivitis, or periodontitis. They measured three specific proteins to see if their levels differed between t…

This study looked at whether children who eat a diet similar to the Mediterranean diet have fewer cavities and healthier gums. Researchers examined 160 healthy children aged 3-14, checking their teeth and asking families about their eating and activity habits. The goal was to und…