GSK Releases New Science on Denture Care and Maintenance

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GSK Releases New Science on Denture Care and Maintenance
New data presented at IADR/AADR General Session


PITTSBURGH – (July 8, 2009) –GlaxoSmithKline Consumer
Healthcare has released several new scientific studies addressing
the importance of proper denture care. Originally, presented at
the IADR/AADR/CADR 87th General Session in Miami, the studies
tested several GSK denture care products and addressed issues
such as minimizing fungal and bacterial attachment and activity on
dentures, reducing food-related denture stains as well as
enhancing a proper denture fit to increase patient satisfaction.

When taken as a whole, the results of the research conducted by
GSK along with doctors from the University Park Research
Center, University of Maryland and University of Buffalo School of
Dental Medicine show that GSK’s Polident® tablets are highly
effective in eliminating fungal and bacterial activity on dentures as
well as minimizing combination food-related denture stains while
saving both time and money. The studies also show that because
denture acrylic is susceptible to surface roughening, which
encourages bacterial attachment, it is recommended that Polident,
rather than toothpaste, be used as a cleaning agent to eliminate
denture scratching and assure effective cleaning. An additional
study also found Polident to be a safe and effective way to clean
and kill germs on orthodontic appliances.

In other studies presented at IADR/AADR, GSK examined proper
denture fit and patient satisfaction and found that even for well-
made and well-fitting dentures, the use of any one of GSK’s Super
PoliGrip® cream denture adhesives significantly improves denture
function and patient satisfaction. Areas such as retention,
stability, bite force and masticatory efficacy all significantly
improved when compared to using no adhesive. Likewise, patient
satisfaction and confidence also increased with the use of Super PoliGrip denture adhesives.

“These studies help show that utilizing Polident and Super PoliGrip are a benefit not only to effective
denture care and maintenance but to the patient’s overall satisfaction with their dentures,” said Eric
Sensky, GlaxoSmithKline Denture Care Brand Manager. “GlaxoSmithKline is dedicated to helping
dental professionals serve their patients and assist them with feeling comfortable and confident with
their dentures.”

The new data complements earlier research performed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare on
helping patients transition to life with new dentures and properly care for their dentures. Those studies
showed that use of Polident cleanser helped keep denture surfaces smooth, limiting the growth of
bacteria and helping to keep dentures odor-free. Another study on Super PoliGrip adhesive found the
product beneficial even for well-fitting dentures, with patients reporting increased confidence, comfort
and satisfaction when using the adhesive.

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, a leader in the development of denture care products, is
committed to raising awareness of the needs of edentulous patients. As part of that commitment, GSK
is proud to work with the leading researchers in edentulism studies to foster education and innovation.
By presenting these findings at the IADR/AADR, GSK hopes to make the most innovative and relevant
information accessible to dental professionals worldwide.

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MTA pulpotomy of human permanent molars with irreversible pulpitis

Here is a very interesting on article I thought you all might be interested in.

Australian Endodontic Journal
Volume 35 Issue 1, Pages 4 - 8

Published Online: 30 Mar 2009
Mohammad Jafar Eghbal, dds, ms; Saeed Asgary, dds, ms; Reza Ali Baglue, dds; Masoud Parirokh, dds, ms; and Jamileh Ghoddusi, dds, ms

ABSTRACT

The histological success of mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) pulpotomy for treatment of irreversible pulpitis in human teeth as an alternative treatment was investigated in this study. Fourteen molars which had to be extracted were selected from patients 16–28 years old. The selection criteria include carious pulp exposure with a history of lingering pain. After isolation, caries removal and pulp exposure, MTA was used in pulpotomy treatment. Patients were evaluated for pain after 24 h. Two patients were lost from this study. Twelve teeth were extracted after 2 months and were assessed histologically. Recall examinations confirmed that none of the patients experienced pain after pulpotomy. Histological observation revealed that all samples had dentin bridge formation completely and that the pulps were vital and free of inflammation. Although the results favour the use of MTA as a pulpotomy material, more studies with larger samples and a longer recall period are suggested to justify the use of MTA for treatment of irreversible pulpitis in human permanent teeth.

GSK Educational Grant Helps Foster Education and Innovation in Caring for Edentulous Patients

PITTSBURGH – (July 1, 2009) –GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare announces the release of new data on the future of edentulism, highlighting the key roles dental professionals must play in providing quality oral healthcare and emotional support to denture patients. The research, funded through an educational grant from GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, was originally presented at the Federation Dentaire International (FDI) World Congress and was recently published by the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) in its March issue of the Journal of Prosthodontics.

The results of the research show the psychological impact the denture process can have on patients, and underscore the need for dental professionals to provide both emotional support and education throughout the process. The research, performed by doctors from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry, the Mayo Clinic, Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, and the UCLA School of Dentistry, cites data showing that increasing life expectancies and the size of the aging population will result in a sustained demand for dentures over the coming years. While dental implants are becoming more popular, the researchers caution that not every patient is a good candidate and many cannot afford the procedure, meaning that dentures will remain an important treatment for edentulism.

“Dentistry has left a significant and growing number of patients behind,” writes Dr. Jonathan Ferencz in an introduction to the research within the Journal of Prosthodontics. Dr. Ferencz cites the increasing number of edentulous patients, lack of technological improvements to dentures, declining denture curriculum in schools, and practicing dentists’ loss of interest in the field as factors in a “perfect storm” that is threatening quality care.

Additional highlights from the work show that denture wearers are at risk for multiple oral and systemic disorders, reinforcing the need for careful treatment and regular recall visits. Furthermore, one paper outlines the serious emotional impact that receiving dentures can have on a patient’s life and concludes that determining patient expectations prior to treatment is critical. Additionally, data shows that use of a denture adhesive can help improve patient acceptance and adaptation to new dentures, easing the transition process for patients.

The new data complements earlier research performed by GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare on helping patients transition to life with dentures and properly care for them. Those studies showed that use of Polident® cleanser helped keep denture surfaces smooth, limiting the growth of bacteria and helping to keep dentures odor-free. Another study on Super PoliGrip® adhesive found the product beneficial even for well-fitting dentures, with patients reporting increased confidence, comfort and satisfaction when using the adhesive.


“As the baby boomer population ages, the demographics of denture patients are expected to shift, and it is imperative for dentists to be prepared to work with this changing population,” said Eric Sensky, GlaxoSmithKline Denture Care Brand Manager. “GlaxoSmithKline is dedicated to helping dental professionals serve these patients and assist them with feeling comfortable and confident with their dentures.”

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, a leader in the development of denture care products, is committed to raising awareness of the needs of edentulous patients. As part of that commitment, GSK is proud to work with the leading researchers in edentulism studies to foster education and innovation. By partnering with the ACP, GSK hopes to make the most innovative and relevant information accessible to dental professionals world wide.

For more information about this data please visit www.dental-professional.com.