Oral hygiene & prevention

Oral Hygiene & Prevention     03 July 2019

Oral hygiene and periodontitis: is flossing the solution?

Good hygiene practices are universally recognized essential factors for oral health, and flossing is considered an indispensable part of an effective oral...

Oral Hygiene & Prevention     05 June 2019

Different sealant modalities: which is the most effective?

The pits and fissures at the occlusal surfaces of molars are retentive areas for food debris and dental plaque and are at an increased risk for development of...

Oral Hygiene & Prevention     06 March 2019

Which beverages can cause tooth wear?

The consumption of carbonated drinks is associated with tooth wear, but for other foods and acidic drinks literature data are still controversial. Moreover, not much...

Oral Hygiene & Prevention     06 February 2019

Can oral diseases in pregnancy lead to complications?

INTRODUCTION Every year, 32 million children are born prematurely or too young for their gestational age (Lee et al., 2013). Several risk factors for preterm birth...

Oral Hygiene & Prevention     08 January 2019

Why should we advise to our patients toothpaste based on sodium bicarbonate?

Dental caries and periodontal disease are the most prevalent chronic diseases both in children and adult. To reduce and avoid their onset and development, it...