Day: July 16, 2026

Postbiotic lozenges in gingivitis management: clinical potential of heat-inactivated bacterial strains and an adjunctive role in prevention

Japanese researchers conducted a controlled study that revealed an interesting pattern: special lozenges containing a postbiotic based on inactivated bacteria are capable of reducing signs of gingival inflammation. This opens a new pathway for gingivitis prevention without the use of live microorganisms. Traditional probiotics, although showing potential for supporting periodontal health, create production difficulties: they […]

GC Corporation: 105 Years of Japanese Philosophy and Global Transformation of Dental Materials

GC Corporation marks a significant milestone in the history of dentistry. Over 105 years, a small research laboratory founded by three chemists in Tokyo in 1921 has transformed into a multinational corporation representing approximately 1200 product lines in more than 100 countries. Origins: The Founding of the Tokyo Laboratory The beginning was modest. In 1921, […]

Multimorbidity in Dental Practice: Integration of Lifestyle Medicine and Transformation of the Preventive Approach

Growing understanding of the relationship between oral health and systemic health has expanded the boundaries of responsibility for dental teams in the context of general medical care. Multimorbidity — a condition in which a patient suffers from several chronic diseases simultaneously — represents an area where dentists can make a significant contribution to both diagnosis […]