Probiotic in Dentistry - A Narrative Review
Priyanka Mothi*, Rajesh Anegundi and Priya Meharwade, Kirthi Honakeri
Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, SDM College of Dental Sciences & Hospital, India
*Corresponding Author: Priyanka Mothi, SDM College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Sattur-580009 Dharwad, Karnataka, India.
Published: July 30, 2025
DOI: 10.55162/MCMS.09.305
Abstract
The human mouth contains at any given time a plethora of microorganisms. In health, these organisms exist in relative harmony and equilibrium. This balance, being crucial to good oral health. When this equilibrium tips in the favor of pathologic bacteria, a cascade of oral diseases begin to appear.
The goal of any dental treatment aims to eliminate this disharmony. In the spectrum of arsenal that the dental practitioner has, one such is the Probiotics.
The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics have described Probiotics as live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer health benefits to the host.
Overall, probiotics have the potential to become a valuable adjunctive therapy in dentistry, that will help to maintain a healthy microbial balance, help in preventing dental diseases and promote overall oral health. Further research and clinical trials will help to establish their precise role in dental practice and provide evidence-based recommendations for their use.
Keywords: Probiotics; prebiotics; postbiotics; Bifidobacterium; Saccharomyces boulardii
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