Overview
- Fraunhofer IZI scientists identified a compound that inhibits Porphyromonas gingivalis while sparing beneficial oral microbes.
- Developer-reported studies showed roughly a 25% reduction in dental biofilm, reduced bacterial activity, blocked tissue invasion by P. gingivalis, and lower inflammation markers.
- Formulation work emphasized safety, reporting no toxicity, no systemic absorption, and no tooth staining in the toothpaste.
- A professional post-cleaning care gel is available for dental practices, with a mouthwash under development and pet-care versions planned.
- The coverage did not provide independent large-scale clinical validation or detailed regulatory information beyond the developers’ reports.