Science focus resource
Science focus resource
As dental professionals, it is important to stay informed about the latest developments and clinical thinking in the field of dental research. Click on the links below to read detailed summaries of some of the latest clinical research areas in oral health.
Oral malodor
Read about the prevalence, aetiology and effective management of oral malodor. Discover the latest thinking, as published in the Archives of Oral Biology, 2008. Follow the link on the right to read the whole article online, or alternatively, click here to download a PDF document.
Tongue mapping
Find out about the topographic distribution of bacteria on the tongue, the relationship between bacterial load and oral malodor, and the beneficial effects of tongue cleaning. Follow the link on the right to read the whole article online, or alternatively, click here to download a PDF document.
Fluoride
Summary of recent data comparing the release of fluoride from different sources and advances in fluoride uptake from dentifrices. Follow the link on the right to read the whole article online, or alternatively, click here to download a PDF document.
