OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated the effects of coronally positioned flap (CPF) on the subgingival biofilm composition. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Twenty-two subjects with gingival recessions were treated ...

Gum and get it. While mouthwash is widely regarded as an excellent weapon against gum disease, it has the unfortunate tendency of wiping out all of the good bacteria along with the bad. But a ...

Against this product, the researchers tested 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash (sold as Savacol, Peridex, or PerioGard) and Listerine Cool Mint mouthwash. Saline was used as a control.

Herbal mouthwash targets gum germs while letting helpful bacteria flourish by Andrew Smith, Rutgers University edited by Gaby Clark, reviewed by Andrew Zinin Editors' notes ...

Background: Cigarette smoking is known to increase the risk of periodontal destruction and developing chronic periodontitis (CP). It is also reported to affect the subgingival bacterial profile ...

However, most studies report a significant difference in the subgingival microbiota between smokers and non-smokers. [8, 11–14] These studies were all conducted on patients with periodontal disease.

A mouth ulcer is a painful and typically small lesion that develops in the mouth. Discover causes, how it compares to a cold sore, prevention tips, and more.

Dysgeusia or parageusia refers to a metallic (or funny) taste even though nothing is in the mouth. It can sometimes occur with fatigue. Causes include medication use, hay fever, pregnancy, kidney ...

What This Means For You While mouthwash is not inherently dangerous, it can affect your oral microbiome. Some studies have found an association between using mouthwash and high blood pressure, but ...

Mouthwash, a staple for oral hygiene, has become an unlikely weapon in the fight against plant fungus. The household item contains ingredients that can stop a fungus in its tracks, providing a ...