ROLE OF PROBIOTICS IN DENTISTRY
Dr. Lakshmi Jayaraj, Dr. Prashanth Shenai, Dr. Laxmikanth Chatra, Dr. Veena K. M., Dr. Rachana V. Prabhu and Dr. Vagish Kumar
ABSTRACT
Probiotics are dietary supplements, which have been advocated for the prevention and the treatment of a wide range of diseases. These products consist of beneficial micro-organisms, which stimulate health promoting flora thus, suppressing the pathologic colonization and disease spread. Since, probiotics are now widely used in both medical and dental specialties, a thorough understanding of their risks and benefits are essential. This review focuses on the recent trends in use of probiotics in dentistry as well as the potential risks associated with it.
Keywords: probiotics, oral health, oral diseases.
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