A new randomized clinical trial offers encouraging evidence for dentists managing dentin hypersensitivity. A toothpaste containing 5% novel bioactive glass plus 1425 ppm sodium fluoride reduced airblast sensitivity more than a toothpaste containing 1425 ppm sodium fluoride alone over .
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A large 2026 study involving nearly 100,000 adults found that people with more comprehensive oral-hygiene habits had a lower risk of ischemic stroke. The finding does not prove that toothbrushing, flossing or interdental cleaning prevents stroke, but it adds .
Dentists can be reassured by the current evidence: short-term chlorhexidine mouthwash use has not been shown to cause a clinically meaningful increase in blood pressure in predominantly healthy, normotensive adults. A 2026 systematic review and meta-analysis found no significant .
Could cleaning between teeth be linked to mental health? An accepted, unedited study in BMC Oral Health found that US adults who reported more frequent interdental cleaning were less likely to screen positive for depression. Interesting? Yes. Proof of .
Effective denture hygiene requires more than removing visible deposits. A cleaning method should reduce microbial contamination while limiting unwanted changes to the prosthetic material. However, surface roughness and microbial adhesion are separate outcomes; neither should be used as a .
A recent randomized clinical trial investigated whether whitening dentifrices can maintain tooth-colour changes andreduce sensitivity after in-office bleaching. Its findings are clinically interesting, but they require careful interpretation. Published in the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, the studyincluded .
Interdental cleaning has traditionally been associated with dental floss. Current evidence supports a more individualised approach: the choice of device should be guided by the anatomy of the interdental space, periodontal status, dexterity, and the patient’s ability to use .
Toothbrushing advice may appear straightforward, yet professional dental associations do not always provide the public with the same instructions. A recent study examined the online toothbrushing information published by national dentist and dental hygienist associations across 56 English-speaking countries. .
A recently published case report highlights the supportive use of chlorhexidine and benzydamine mouthwashes in a patient with angina bullosa hemorrhagica, a rare oral blistering condition that may initially appear alarming to both patients and clinicians. Angina bullosa hemorrhagica .
One of the most common questions patients with dentinal hypersensitivity ask is, “Will this toothpaste work immediately?” A recently published randomized controlled trial in BDJ Open provides new evidence to help answer that question The study enrolled .
