WHO: Status of global oral health is “alarming” – Oral health neglect affects nearly half of the world’s population
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WHO: Status of global oral health is “alarming” – Oral health neglect affects nearly half of the world’s population

A new Global Oral Health Status Report published on November 18, 2022 by the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that almost half of the world’s population (45% or 3.5 billion people) suffer from...

Dual LightA major gingivitis research in Europe reveals a grim fact: brushing your teeth is not enough – Finnish innovation treats and prevents periodontitis efficiently

A major gingivitis research in Europe reveals a grim fact: brushing your teeth is not enough – Finnish innovation treats and prevents periodontitis efficiently

The breakthrough study shows that eliminating the bacteria contained in dental plaque should be as vital a part of dental hygiene as brushing your teeth and flossing. HELSINKI, Finland (October 1...

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New innovation reduces oral diseases while COVID-19 limits access to dental treatment

Obtaining dental care is more difficult during the current pandemic and this is causing an increase in dental problems such as dental cavity formation and gum disease. Researchers have introduced a...

Dual LightResearch shows the sustained antibacterial effect of Dual Light PDT on biofilm

Research shows the sustained antibacterial effect of Dual Light PDT on biofilm

Koite Health researchers have studied the efficacy and sustainability of the antibacterial effect of daily administered dual light on Streptococcus mutans biofilm. This was compared to single-wave...

ScienceWhat is Photodynamic therapy?

What is Photodynamic therapy?

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) was discovered by accident in 1900 by a medical student, Oscar Raab, in Munich. He was studying common freshwater bugs, paramecium, and noted that the organic compound ac...