ioTech International, a developer of oral care products, has announced the launch of ioShield Gum Defense, a nutritional powder that is swished and swallowed to support gum health. The product is designed to complement daily oral hygiene routines by delivering probiotics, prebiotics, and essential nutrients directly to oral tissues and the body.
Unlike conventional mouth rinses that are expectorated, ioShield Gum Defense is mixed with water, swished for 30 seconds, and then swallowed. This dual action allows the formula to coat the teeth and gums while providing systemic nutritional support. The product contains 4 billion CFU of Lactobacillus reuteri, a probiotic strain studied for periodontal benefits, along with three prebiotics and 18 vitamins, minerals, and micronutrients aimed at maintaining oral microbial balance and supporting gum and bone tissue.
Dr. Herb Moskowitz, Chairman of ioTech International, emphasized the product's innovative approach: “It’s a completely different way to think about gum health. 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.”
The launch is backed by scientific evidence linking oral health to overall wellness. A 2023 UK study of approximately 100,000 adults found a four-fold higher rate of cardiovascular disease-related mortality among individuals with periodontal disease, underscoring the importance of gum health. Clinical studies have also shown that Lactobacillus reuteri can enhance periodontal therapy outcomes, with one study reporting a 90 percent reduction in periodontal pathogens after twice-daily ingestion. ioShield Gum Defense provides eight times the amount of probiotic used in that study.
Dr. Moskowitz highlighted the growing consumer interest in convenient health solutions: “With ioShield Gum Defense, supporting healthy gums can be as easy as mix, swish, and swallow. Patients will receive the critical nutrients and microbial balance that regular office visits and home care do not provide.”
The product is recommended for daily use as part of a complete oral care routine, including brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits. For more information, visit the company's website at www.iotechinternational.com or explore their blog, A Deeper Dive into Oral Health.
