GDHA•Georgian Dental Hygienists Association

13/01/2026

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10/01/2026

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03/01/2026

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A growing body of research, including a study from Osaka University Hospital, suggests that oral hygiene plays an important role in cardiovascular health.
When teeth are not brushed regularly—especially at night—harmful bacteria can multiply in the mouth and cause gum inflammation.
These bacteria can enter the bloodstream through inflamed or bleeding gums and travel to the heart and blood vessels.
Over time, this process may contribute to chronic inflammation and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
The findings from Osaka University highlight how a simple daily habit like brushing your teeth can support long-term heart health.

02/01/2026

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⭐ The Difference: SMART vs PROTECT

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Let’s talk about the two most recognized approaches to mercury-safe dentistry 👇

💠 SMART (IAOMT) →
A helpful set of recommendations for reducing patient mercury exposure.

💠 PROTECT (IABDM) →
A legally structured, OSHA-compliant respiratory protection program designed for dental practice owners to protect workers, patients, and the environment.

BIG DIFFERENCE
PROTECT integrates required OSHA standards for staff wearing respirators — including medical evaluations, fit testing, training, hazard evaluation, and required written documentation.

If your team wears respirators during amalgam removal, OSHA standards must be followed — and PROTECT is the only protocol built to ensure you’re compliant.

Patients deserve safety.
Your staff deserves protection.
Your practice deserves compliance.

17/12/2025

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Scientists found that having both gum disease and cavities was associated with a sharply higher risk of stroke and heart problems. Regular dental care may be an easy, overlooked way to protect not just your smile, but your brain.

02/12/2025

Perio Tbilisi 2025

03/11/2025

Fluoride has long been trusted to strengthen young teeth and prevent cavities. But recent FDA action has raised new questions about how it’s used — especially in supplements that are swallowed, not applied topically.

According to the latest review, ingestible fluoride tablets and drops for children show limited added benefits and may pose emerging safety concerns involving the gut, thyroid, and cognitive development. These findings have led regulators to restrict their use in certain age groups.

This decision doesn’t affect fluoride toothpaste, mouth rinses, or professional dental applications — those remain safe, effective, and essential for preventing decay. The concern is mainly about systemic exposure from swallowed products, particularly in very young children.

📄 Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2025) FDA begins action to remove ingestible fluoride prescription drug products for children from the market. Silver Spring, MD: FDA.

03/11/2025

Let’s talk inter-proximal cleaning

When we think about inter proximal cleaning instead of just thinking of one modality to clean we need to think about the space and what’s appropriate for the individual patient

The embrasure size will help decide what’s appropriate

For normal healthy embrasure spaces then floss can sometimes be of benefit in patients with good manual dexterity and the desire to floss, however in most cases an interdental brush will still fit

In embrasure spaces 1,2 and 3 interdental brushes are proven to be the more appropriate tool for these spaces to remove biofilm and food

As dental professionals and the media floss is often promoted as the gold standard of cleaning but did you know the evidence is weak?

There is zero evidence to support floss for caries control and there is limited weak evidence for patients with gingivitis or periodontitis

There is strong evidence to support both interdental brushes and or water irrigators but we still see floss as the standard in advertising and often by dental professionals

Floss as the standard is a myth and it’s really important we as dental professionals work together fo help guide our patients and the general public to better oral health choices . Dr. Tabitha Acret💖

02/11/2025

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21/10/2025

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A patient with low biofilm but heavy bleeding led to a surprising discovery—burnished calculus. How do you detect, remove, and prevent this hidden clinical challenge?

08/10/2025

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🚫 Dental Fluorosis Severity: Stages of Enamel Damage and Prevalence

Dental fluorosis is a condition caused by excessive fluoride exposure during tooth development, leading to visible changes in the enamel. The image illustrates the different stages of enamel involvement, ranging from healthy teeth to severe fluorosis, along with their prevalence among U.S. children and adolescents (NHANES 2015–2016, D**g et al., 2021).

◽️ Unaffected (13%): Teeth appear completely normal, with no visible signs of fluorosis.

◽️ Questionable (16%): Subtle enamel changes are seen, such as faint white spots that may be difficult to classify.

◽️ Very Mild (58%): The most common form, characterized by small opaque white streaks or spots, usually limited to less than 25% of the tooth surface.

◽️ Mild (9.6%): White opacity covers more of the tooth surface, but enamel remains intact without structural damage.

◽️ Moderate (1.6%): More extensive enamel involvement, with distinct white patches, possible brown discoloration, and surface irregularities.

◽️ Severe (0.14%): The rarest and most damaging stage, marked by dark brown stains, enamel pitting, and surface breakdown that compromises dental aesthetics and function.

👉 Clinical Significance

While mild and very mild cases are mostly aesthetic and do not affect function, moderate and severe fluorosis can impact both appearance and tooth integrity, requiring restorative or cosmetic dental treatment.