Chewing Gum | American Dental Association - ADA
May 4, 2023 · The act of chewing gum increases salivary flow and volume by mechanical action and stimulation of oral taste receptors. Chewing sugar-free gum may, when added to a regular …
Scaling and Root Planing for Gum Disease | MouthHealthy - ADA
If untreated, gum disease could lead to bone and tooth loss. If gum disease is caught early and hasn’t damaged the structures below the gum line, a professional cleaning should do. If the …
Mouthrinse (Mouthwash) | American Dental Association - ADA
Dec 1, 2021 · Mouthrinses may offer additional benefit in terms of reducing the risk of bad breath, cavities, or gum disease; or for relief of dry mouth or pain from oral sores.
Dental Infection Antibiotics Guidelines for Pain and Swelling
ADA offers recommendations with their guidelines for dental infection antibiotic use for management of pulpal- and periapical-related dental pain and intra-oral swelling.
The Acceptance Program applies to over-the-counter dental products for which safety and efficacy has been established by laboratory and/or clinical evaluations where appropriate. …
Orbit Sugarfree Gum | American Dental Association - ADA
The ADA Council on Scientific Affairs’ Acceptance of Orbit Sugarfree Gum is based on its finding that the physical action of chewing Orbit Sugarfree Gum for 20 minutes after eating, stimulates …
Periodontitis | American Dental Association - ADA
Jun 9, 2022 · An overview of periodontitis information for patients and dental personnel.
Oral-Systemic Health | American Dental Association - ADA
May 15, 2018 · Oral Systemic Health covers theories and research on the connections between oral health and overall health.
Jul 22, 2024 · Home Oral Care Recommendations to Reduce the Risk of Caries and Gum Disease No two people are the same. Help patients take charge of their oral health at home …
Pregnancy | American Dental Association - ADA
Jul 14, 2025 · During pregnancy, several oral health conditions are more common: Gingivitis may result from hormonal changes that exaggerate the response to bacteria in the gum tissue 4 …