Investigation of the Additional Use of a Single‑tufted Brush with a Standard Manual Toothbrush in Dental Students. [PDF]
Muhterem A +5 more
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Periodontal Status in Patients With Oral Lichen Planus: A Case–Control Study
ABSTRACT Background The aim was to evaluate periodontitis prevalence and severity, and number of RT1 gingival recessions in Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) patients compared with non‐OLP controls. Methods This case–control study was conducted between 2024 and 2025 at the Oral Medicine Unit, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli, Rome, Italy. A total
Cosimo Rupe +8 more
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Plaque Reduction Efficacy of an Advanced Electric Toothbrush Compared with a Manual Toothbrush Among 6- to 10-Year-Old Children: Results From a 4-Week Randomised Controlled Trial. [PDF]
Zini A +6 more
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The oral microbiota and periodontal health in orthodontic patients
Abstract The oral microbiota develops within the first 2 years of childhood and becomes distinct from the parents by 4 years‐of‐age. The oral microbiota plays an important role in the overall health/symbiosis of the individual. Deviations from the state of symbiosis leads to dysbiosis and an increased risk of pathogenicity.
Brandon W. Peterson +4 more
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Abstract The present narrative review aims to summarize the existing literature on recommendations for supportive periodontal care (SPC) in patients undergoing combined periodontal–orthodontic treatment. It outlines a comprehensive step‐4 treatment sequence in patients diagnosed with stage IV periodontitis and concurrent orthodontic problems.
Alexandra Stähli +6 more
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Abstract The primary objective is to critically analyze approaches to local therapy for periodontal disease, particularly in light of its well‐established systemic implications. We specifically address common misconceptions and overestimations regarding the potential of local treatments in contrast to their actual clinical effectiveness.
Andrea Mombelli, Alkisti Zekeridou
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Effect of a powered and a manual toothbrush in subjects susceptible to gingival recession: A 36-month randomized controlled clinical study. [PDF]
Sutor S +8 more
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Abstract Objectives This systematic review investigated the efficacy of biologic factors in the surgical treatment of periodontal suprabony defects. Materials and Methods Three databases were searched to identify RCTs comparing open‐flap debridement (OFD) combined with biologic factors only, or combined with bone substitute, and/or barriers to the same
Carrie Chew +5 more
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Powered toothbrushes show a modest benefit over manual toothbrushes [PDF]
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Long‐term periodontal and peri‐implant tissue stability under supportive therapy
Abstract Background Supportive periodontal and peri‐implant maintenance therapy is strongly associated with improved long‐term retention and stability of natural teeth and dental implants. Lack of regular professional follow‐up after initial therapy is a major risk factor for disease recurrence and tooth or implant loss.
Hom‐Lay Wang +5 more
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