ioTech International, a developer of oral care products based on molecular iodine technology, has launched ioShield Gum Defense, a powdered nutritional supplement designed to support periodontal health through a unique swish-and-swallow method. The product aims to address the growing evidence that maintaining a balanced oral microbiome and providing essential nutrients are critical for healthy gums and supporting bone tissue.
Unlike traditional mouth rinses that are spit out after use, ioShield is mixed with water, swished for 30 seconds, and then swallowed. This dual action allows the formula to coat oral tissues while delivering nutritional support systemically. According to the company, each serving provides 4 billion CFU of Lactobacillus reuteri, a probiotic studied for its periodontal benefits, along with three prebiotics and 18 vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients.
Dr. Herb Moskowitz, Chairman of ioTech International, emphasized the product's innovative approach. “Most oral care products work only while they’re in your mouth. ioShield Gum Defense begins by supporting the oral environment during the swish and continues working as a nutritional formula after you swallow it,” he said in a press release.
The launch comes amid mounting research linking oral health to overall wellness. A 2023 United Kingdom study of approximately 100,000 adults found that individuals with periodontal disease had a four times higher rate of cardiovascular disease-related mortality compared to those without it. This underscores the importance of proactive gum care beyond basic hygiene practices.
Clinical evidence supports the role of Lactobacillus reuteri in periodontal therapy. Studies cited by the company show that combining this probiotic with conventional periodontal treatment led to greater reductions in periodontal pocket depth than treatment alone. Another controlled study demonstrated a 90 percent reduction in periodontal pathogens following twice-daily ingestion of the probiotic. ioShield contains eight times the amount of Lactobacillus reuteri used in one published clinical study, according to ioTech.
The product is positioned as a convenient addition to daily oral care routines, complementing brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Dr. Moskowitz noted that patients often lack the microbial balance and nutrients that regular office visits and home care do not provide. “With ioShield Gum Defense, supporting healthy gums can be as easy as mix, swish, and swallow,” he said.
ioTech International, headquartered in Boynton Beach, FL, is known for its patented molecular iodine technology. The company’s existing product line includes ioRinse, an award-winning rinse. ioShield Gum Defense is now available through the company’s website and other retail channels.
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