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I Training Mod Naturally Occurring Probiotics

Because the removal of plaque biofilm from teeth and interproximal spaces is a significant challenge for patients, dental professionals are now customizing the home care samples provided at each appointment. Sample selection is based on the efficacy of a product as well as the likelihood of patient compliance. Mouthrinses can be an effective tool because they are easily dispensed throughout the oral cavity and they provide additional cleaning beyond mechanical plaque removal.

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Sunstar Spotlight: The Possibility Of Probiotics How These Live Microorganisms Affect Both Oral And

Sunstar Americas continues to listen to your requests for high-quality, relevant information. This month, Sarah DeBowes, RDH, BS, from Old Dominion University shares her knowledge of current dental probiotics and what the future holds for probiotics and their systemic uses.

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Sunstar Spotlight: Progressive Strategies For Treating Older Adults.

By 2030, it is expected there will be nearly 71 million people age 65 years or older in the United States, making up almost 20 percent of the country’s population. Dental concerns for this population include old, leaking fillings, periodontal diseases, and complications stemming from the oral/systemic health link.

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Japanese Dental Manufacturers: Committed to Innovation

Sunstar Americas attributes the success of its products to their innovation and advanced designs. Such is the case with the GUM® Technique® Deep Clean manual toothbrush. The brush features bi-level, ultra-tapered angled bristles for superior penetration and access, and a patented thumb pad designed to ensure proper positioning.

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GUM® PerioShield™ Oral Health Rinse

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Oral Health Care For Cancer Patients Study

Junya Inubushi, of Sunstar, Japan, presents a progress report on research being done at the Shizuoka Cancer Center. The study is analyzing changes that oral care can bring over time to bacterial flora in mouths of oral cancer patients.