Periodontitis is widespread and can have serious consequences for overall health. Researchers at Fraunhofer have identified a ...

Chlorhexidine is a strong antiseptic used for cleaning skin before surgery or injections. It is also used to treat oral conditions, such as dry socket, gingivitis, and periodontal disease. Using ...

Garlic extract is emerging as a surprisingly powerful contender to chlorhexidine, the long-standing “gold standard” in antimicrobial mouthwashes. A systematic review of clinical studies shows that ...

Antiseptic mouth rinses containing the active ingredient chlorhexidine (CHX) are widely used in dentistry. For many decades, CHX has set the gold standard for the management of oral diseases. During ...

Controlling dental plaque after a patient has a stroke may be lifesaving, but the best way to do so is still unclear. A new study compared the results of oral hygiene instruction combined with ...