Key message
Oral health professionals should consider gingival hypersensitivity resulting from toothpaste as a potential diagnosis for gingival itching and hypersensitivity.
Background
Toothpaste is used daily by most of the global population in conjunction with toothbrushing. Toothpastes usually have complex formulations containing up…
Key messages
Toothbrushing was associated with a significantly lower risk of hospital-acquired pneumonia, particularly in patients receiving invasive mechanical ventilation.
Toothbrushing was also associated with a shorter duration of mechanical ventilation, shorter intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay, and reduced…
Cardiometabolic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, obesity, and diabetes mellitus, are the leading cause of mortality worldwide. The global burden of these diseases has risen over the past three decades. Concerningly, these trends are projected to continue. Physical inactivity, sedentary behaviour, and inadequate…
We are delighted to announce the release of the first issue of FOCUS for 2024 - our digital publication exclusively for ODHA members. This issue is filled with insightful content and important updates, including:
A special message from our CEO highlighting the…