By Julius Goepp, MD Despite regular brushing, flossing, and professional cleaning, it is challenging to optimally suppress plaque buildup. In an intriguing development, researchers have discovered two unique strains of bacteria that can prevent the buildup of plaque and biofilm on our teeth. As we have come to learn, plaque-induced gum disease causes more than… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Mouth Care
Advanced Oral Hygiene
The human mouth is teeming with bacteria. Brushing, flossing, and traditional dental care often aren’t enough to escape the health risks of too much of the wrong kind of bacteria in the human mouth. With oral probiotics, we may be able to prevent or at least control the growth of the dangerous organisms where they… Continue Reading
Peelu – Natural Oral Care
Before modern dentistry, before the advent of the toothbrush, mankind relied on nature for oral care. The oldest recorded practice is use of the “Kayu Sugi,” or “chewing stick,” from the Salvadora persica tree (known in some regions as the Peelu tree). Many people believe this “stick” to be the world’s first toothbrush. People still… Continue Reading