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Supporting patients’ daily challenges with plaque management

​Up to half of the population suffers from periodontitis and at-home daily dental plaque control between dental visits is key to maintaining oral...

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Shapeshifting micro-robots can brush and floss teeth

​In a recent proof-of-concept study, a team from University of Pennsylvania have shown that a shapeshifting mic-robotic microswarm can be used to...

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New periodontitis patient study finds interdental brushes and rubber interdental picks most efficient in reducing both plaque and gingival inflammation

​A newly published study has compared the efficacy of four different oral hygiene devices in reducing plaque and gingival inflammation in...

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10 billion bacteria have nowhere to hide

Whilst professionals appreciate how crucial it is to remove food debris and bacteria from between the teeth, this is not yet well-understood among the...

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Interproximal cleaning device with ‘The X Factor’

Philips has announced the launch of a new powered cordless Power Flosser, which is designed to help patients to achieve an effective, consistent and...