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The role of breastfeeding in dental cavities during early childhood
In this meta-analysis of observational studies, nighttime breastfeeding and breastfeeding for more than 6 months were associated with a higher risk of early childhood cavities, but breastfeeding was not associated with a higher risk of early childhood cavities than no breastfeeding.
Probiotics as a treatment for dental implant diseases
A propolis mouthwash reduces gingivitis and plaque
Omega−3s may improve clinical and biochemical outcomes in periodontitis during menopause
An herb-based chewing gum for gingivitis
Examine Database References
- Magnolia Bark Extract - Campus G, Cagetti MG, Cocco F, Sale S, Sacco G, Strohmenger L, Lingström PEffect of a sugar-free chewing gum containing magnolia bark extract on different variables related to caries and gingivitis: a randomized controlled intervention trialCaries Res.(2011)
- Zinc - Uçkardeş Y, Tekçiçek M, Ozmert EN, Yurdakök KThe effect of systemic zinc supplementation on oral health in low socioeconomic level childrenTurk J Pediatr.(2009 Sep-Oct)
- Calendula Officinalis - Khairnar MS, Pawar B, Marawar PP, Mani AEvaluation of Calendula officinalis as an anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis agent.J Indian Soc Periodontol.(2013-Nov)
- Elderberry - Kim YR, Nam SHA randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluating of a mouthwash containing Sambucus williamsii var. coreana extract for prevention of gingivitits.Sci Rep.(2022-07-18)
- Fluoride - Walsh T, Worthington HV, Glenny AM, Marinho VC, Jeroncic AFluoride toothpastes of different concentrations for preventing dental caries.Cochrane Database Syst Rev.(2019-Mar-04)
- Fluoride - Valkenburg C, Van der Weijden F, Slot DEIs plaque regrowth inhibited by dentifrice?: A systematic review and meta-analysis with trial sequential analysis.Int J Dent Hyg.(2019-Feb)
- Fluoride - Chou R, Pappas M, Dana T, Selph S, Hart E, Fu RF, Schwarz EScreening and Interventions to Prevent Dental Caries in Children Younger Than 5 Years: Updated Evidence Report and Systematic Review for the US Preventive Services Task Force.JAMA.(2021-Dec-07)
- Fluoride - Benson PE, Parkin N, Dyer F, Millett DT, Germain PFluorides for preventing early tooth decay (demineralised lesions) during fixed brace treatment.Cochrane Database Syst Rev.(2019-Nov-17)
- Fluoride - He S, Choong EKM, Duangthip D, Chu CH, Lo ECMClinical interventions with various agents to prevent early childhood caries: A systematic review with network meta-analysis.Int J Paediatr Dent.(2023-Sep)
- Aloe Vera - Zou H, Liu Z, Wang Z, Fang JEffects of Aloe Vera in the Treatment of Oral Ulcers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials.Oral Health Prev Dent.(2022-Dec-12)
- Aloe Vera - Ashwini Narendra Jadhav, Surekha Ramrao Rathod, Abhay Pandurang Kolte, Pranjali Vijaykumar BawankarEffect of Aloe vera as a local drug delivery agent in the management of periodontal diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysisJ Indian Soc Periodontol.(Sep-Oct 2021)