Οδοντιατρική Κλινική-Dental Excellence Athens

25/03/2026

Να 'ναι άνοιξη
να φυσάει αλαφρό αεράκι
και ν' αρμενίζεις στο Αιγαίο.
Δεν μπόρεσα ποτέ να φανταστώ
πως γίνεται να 'ναι αλλιώς
ο Παράδεισος!

Ν. Καζαντζάκης

23/03/2026

O κανόνας 2-2-2 της Dental Excellence!

Βούρτσισμα των δοντιών 2 φορές την ημέρα
Βούρτσισμα για 2 λεπτά κάθε φορά
Επίσκεψη στον οδοντίατρο 2 φορές το χρόνο

Οι οικογένειες μπορούν εύκολα να τον θυμούνται.
Αντί να προσπαθούν να ακολουθούν περίπλοκες οδηγίες, ο κανόνας δημιουργεί μια καθημερινή και ετήσια ρουτίνα που υποστηρίζει υγιή δόντια και ούλα.

22/03/2026

Η επικεφαλής της έρευνας, δρ. Sadia Niazi, επισημαίνει ότι η στοματική υγεία είναι στενά συνδεδεμένη με τη συνολική υγεία του οργανισμού

21/03/2026

“A happy mouth is a happy life.”

Ma può esserlo davvero se è presente un’infiammazione cronica come la parodontite?

La malattia parodontale è una delle patologie più diffuse al mondo e spesso resta silenziosa fino agli stadi avanzati.

Prendersi cura delle gengive significa proteggere non solo il sorriso, ma anche la salute sistemica.

Oggi più che mai, la prevenzione e un approccio biologicamente guidato fanno la differenza.

20 marzo – Giornata Mondiale della Salute Orale.
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21/03/2026

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14/03/2026

Ανοιξιάτικη λιακάδα! Φορέστε το καλύτερό σας χαμόγελο!

12/03/2026

Gum disease can progress through stages before eventually causing tooth loss.

12/03/2026

While brushing is essential for maintaining oral health, using excessive force can backfire. Aggressive brushing wears down protective enamel and causes gums to recede, exposing sensitive tooth roots. This can lead to heightened sensitivity and increase the risk of cavities over time.

Research in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology highlights that aggressive brushing, especially with horizontal motions and medium-to-hard bristles, is strongly linked to gum recession. Even habitual brushing routines can contribute to long-term enamel and gum damage if technique and pressure aren’t managed properly.

To protect your teeth, use a soft-bristled toothbrush and employ gentle, circular motions. Brush for two minutes, twice daily, and let the bristles do the work. Mindful, careful brushing keeps teeth clean while preserving enamel and gum health.

(Source: Journal of Clinical Periodontology, 2022)

12/03/2026

Using teeth to open packaging might feel quick and convenient, but it can cause serious dental problems. Teeth are designed for chewing food, not tearing plastic, ripping tape, or opening hard containers. When extra force is applied, the enamel—the protective outer layer of the tooth—can chip or crack, leaving the inner dentin more vulnerable.

Once dentin becomes exposed, teeth may become sensitive and more prone to bacterial invasion. If bacteria reach the pulp chamber, the soft tissue inside the tooth can become infected, which may require procedures such as root canal treatment or other restorative care.

Dentists recommend using proper tools like scissors or cutters instead. Protecting your teeth from unnecessary stress helps preserve their strength, appearance, and long-term oral health.
Source: General dental health guidance from organizations like the American Dental Association.

11/03/2026

The study titled “In Vitro and Ex Vivo Investigation of the Antibacterial Effects of Methylene Blue against Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus” examined the antibacterial effects of methylene blue (MB) against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). MRSA is a significant cause of drug-resistant infections worldwide, particularly in skin and soft tissue infections. In this research, the authors collected 104 clinical MRSA isolates and evaluated the activity of MB using minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) testing. They also performed time-kill assays to determine the bactericidal effect of MB over a 24-hour period and conducted ex vivo experiments using human skin tissue to assess its effectiveness in conditions that more closely resemble real infections.

The findings showed that methylene blue inhibited MRSA growth at MIC values ranging from 16 to 64 µg/mL. In time-kill studies, MB demonstrated concentration-dependent bactericidal activity, with concentrations of 16 µg/mL or higher significantly reducing bacterial counts within 24 hours. In the ex vivo human skin model, MB also decreased MRSA survival, supporting its potential therapeutic relevance. The study further explored combinations of MB with selected antibiotics and observed potential synergistic effects. Based on these results, the authors suggested that methylene blue may serve as a promising adjunct or alternative approach for treating MRSA infections, although additional in vivo and clinical studies are needed to confirm its clinical effectiveness.

PMCID: PMC10893340 PMID: 38399456