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Efficacy of Dental Varnishes and Gels for the Prevention and Management of Dental Caries in Older Adults—A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Gerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction To evaluate the efficacy of dental varnishes/gels in the prevention/management of dental caries in older adults. Methods Cochrane, PubMed, Web of Science and EMBASE were searched through March 2024 for randomized controlled trials (RCT) including patients aged ≥ 60 years (or average age ≥ 60 years) utilizing varnish or gel ...
Theresa Cleary, Enas M. Rostom, Reyes Enciso, Roseann Mulligan   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Chlorhexidine alcohol base mouthrinse versus Chlorhexidine formaldehyde base mouthrinse efficacy on plaque control: double blind, randomized clinical trials [PDF]

, 2013
Background: Chlorhexidine is well known for its antiplaque effect. However, the mouthrinse based chlorhexidine antiplaque efficiency may vary according to the formulation of the final product.
Ennibi, Oumkeltoum, Lakhdar, Leila, Bouziane, Amal, Bensouda, Yahia, Abouqal, Redouane   +4 more
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Effects of Regular Dual‐Light Antibacterial Photodynamic Therapy on Oral Health in Assisted Living Residents—A Randomized Controlled Trial

Gerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective The objective of this study is to investigate the effect of dual‐light antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) on oral health among older people living in assisted living facilities (ALF), comparing it to conventional oral self‐care guidance.
Wilma Romppanen, Jaana Helenius‐Hietala, Saila Pakarinen, Sanna Korte, Riitta Saarela, Anna Maria Heikkinen, Timo Sorsa, Tommi Pätilä   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effect of mouthrinses with different active agents in the prevention of initial dental erosion

Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2015
Introduction: Hydrochloric acid (HCl) from the gastric juice is the only source of intrinsic acid, which can reach the oral cavity in cases of gastroesophageal reflux or chronic vomiting, enhancing the risk of dental erosion. Aim: Compare the effects of
Tatiane Alexandre de Oliveira, Tais Scaramucci, Fernando Neves Nogueira, Alyne Simões, Maria Angela Pita Sobral   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Complex World of Toothpaste Diversity, Meeting Patient Clinical Needs. An Umbrella Review

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Amidst numerous recent advancements in toothpaste formulations and active ingredients, some clinicians may believe all toothpastes are similar despite differences in their active ingredients and corresponding clinical application.
Jeanie Suvan, Crystal Marruganti
wiley   +1 more source

Fluoride‐Free Mouthwashes Available Over‐The‐Counter in the US‐An Overview

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Purpose Fluoride‐free mouthwashes (FFM) are commonly used by patients for a variety of cosmetic and/or therapeutic reasons. The purpose of this study was to investigate the composition and purposes of FFM available over‐the‐counter in the US.
Astrid C. Valdivia‐Tapia, Jaime A. Cury, Antonio P. Ricomini‐Filho, Frank Lippert   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effectiveness of Potassium Oxalate mouthrinse in treating dentinal hypersensitivity [PDF]

Background: Dentinal hypersensitivity is a prevalent oral condition characterised by a short, sharp pain in response to chemical, thermal, tactile, or osmotic stimuli. It can be treated with the in-office application of potassium oxalate (KO). This study
Katru, Sreekar, Gorle, Santhi, Gummadi, Anusha, Maddula Y S L N V, Amruthavalli, Nalamati, Shiva Keerthi, Nimmala, Sriram Naidu   +5 more
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Comparative Evaluation of Chlorhexidine, Curcuma longa, and Tinospora cordifolia Mouthrinses on Salivary Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Journal of Indian Association of Public Health Dentistry
Introduction: Oral pathogens such as Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus acidophilus are associated with dental caries. Chlorhexidine (CHX) mouthwash, though very effective and considered the “gold standard” but it also has certain side effects like ...
B. S. Suma, Sakshi Kiran, Nirmala Kumari, S. N. Pandey   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of a novel essential oil mouthrinse without alcohol on gingivitis: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial

Journal of Applied Oral Science, 2007
Several different plant extracts have been evaluated with respect to their antimicrobial effects against oral pathogens and for reduction of gingivitis. Given that a large number of these substances have been associated with significant side effects that
Marco Antonio Botelho, José Gomes Bezerra Filho, Luciano Lima Correa, Said Gonçalves da Cruz Fonseca, Danusa Montenegro, Ricardo Gapski, Gerly Anne Castro Brito, Jörg Heukelbach   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Effect of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash, With or Without Alcohol, on Plaque and Gingivitis: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

International Journal of Dental Hygiene, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim This study systematically assessed the available literature on the effect of a chlorhexidine mouthwash without alcohol (CHXalc−) compared to a chlorhexidine mouthwash with alcohol (CHXalc+) on plaque and parameters of gingivitis. Side effects and user appreciation were secondary outcomes.
Bregje W. M. van Swaaij, Maud Joosstens, G. A. (Fridus) Van der Weijden, Liselet de Vries, Dagmar Else Slot   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source