LISTERINE Professional is attending Dentistry Show Birmingham 2026 with a larger stand and an expanded presence, focused on one of the profession’s most persistent challenges: helping patients turn advice into effective daily self-care.
Across the two days, visitors will be able to explore the evidence behind plaque control, hear from well-respected speakers on the practical realities of prevention, and experience stand activity designed to support more confident patient conversations.
Prevention needs practical support
Periodontal health remains a central concern in daily practice, not least because long-term success depends so heavily on what happens beyond the practice. While professional care, tailored treatment planning and behavioural support all play a role, patient self-care remains fundamental to achieving and maintaining good outcomes.
This is where challenges often emerge. Even when patients understand the basics of oral hygiene, consistency, technique and motivation can vary significantly. For many, mechanical plaque control alone does not fully address these gaps, particularly in areas that are more difficult to access or maintain over time (Van der Weijden and Slot, 2015; Figuero et al, 2020).
That is where this year’s LISTERINE Professional presence has been designed to add value. Rather than focusing on product alone, the stand will bring together education, experience and practical discussion around how patients can be better supported at home between appointments.
A bigger stand with more to explore
This year, LISTERINE Professional is creating a more prominent space at the show, giving delegates the chance to spend time with the science behind plaque biofilm and the challenges of maintaining consistent plaque control between appointments.
The stand will feature opportunities to explore how plaque develops, how quickly it reforms following disruption, and why this continues to present a challenge for many patients despite regular brushing.
There will also be a focus on how adjunctive approaches can support home care as part of a broader preventive strategy, particularly in areas less accessible to brushing and interdental cleaning.
Building on this, another highlight of the stand is an immersive VR experience, designed to bring the science of biofilm formation and disruption to life. By stepping inside the oral environment, delegates can visualise how plaque develops, where it persists and how different approaches to plaque control can influence outcomes, helping to make complex concepts easier to communicate to patients.
Masterclasses busting the myths around mouthwash
In addition, a key feature of the stand will be a series of masterclasses led by Laura Bailey and Ben Tighe. These sessions are designed to bust some of the common myths associated with mouthwash use, particularly where uncertainty can arise in practice.
As part of that, the role of adjunctive mouthwash will be explored in the context of current guidance, including when it may be appropriate to consider its use and how to position it as part of a personalised approach to care (West et al, 2021).
Importantly, the sessions will also address some of the uncertainty that can still surround mouthwash recommendations, covering questions around timing, routine integration and patient understanding, alongside current guidance to spit and not rinse with water after brushing (Delivering Better Oral Health, 2025).
The format is intended to be accessible and informal, allowing delegates to join at different points throughout the day.
Try the range at the rinsing station
Alongside the educational activity, delegates will also be able to visit the mouth rinsing station and try the LISTERINE Total Care range for themselves.
Available in Extra Mild, Mild and Intense flavours, the range is designed to reflect the differing preferences seen across patient populations.
While clinical efficacy is essential, patient preference remains a key factor in whether a product is used consistently. Taste, intensity and overall experience can all influence adherence, particularly over the long term.
Experiencing the different flavours first-hand can support more confident, tailored recommendations, particularly where patient preference influences consistency of use.
Visit LISTERINE Professional at Dentistry Show Birmingham
Visit LISTERINE Professional on stand M70 for a warm welcome, interactive experiences and practical insights you can take straight back into practice. Whether you are joining a masterclass, exploring the science or trying the range for yourself, the focus is on supporting more confident conversations around prevention and patient self-care.
References
- Delivering Better Oral Health. An evidence-based toolkit for prevention. 4th ed. Department of Health and Social Care, NHS England (updated 2025)
- Figuero E et al (2020) Efficacy of adjunctive therapies in patients with gingival inflammation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Clin Periodontol; 47: 125-143
- Van der Weijden FA, Slot DE (2015) Efficacy of homecare regimens for mechanical plaque removal in managing gingivitis: a meta-review. J Clin Periodontol; 42(Suppl 16): S77–S91
- West N et al (2021) BSP implementation of European S3-level evidence-based treatment guidelines for stage I–III periodontitis in UK clinical practice. J Dent; 106: 103562.
This article is sponsored by Listerine Professional. Listerine Professional is a brand of Kenvue. Always recommend patients read the label.
