Probiotics in oral care.
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2013-01
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Science is providing us the tools to diagnose and treat the infection before it causes damage. For some decades now, bacteria known as probiotics have been added to various foods because of their beneficial effects for human health. It comprises knowledge of the relationship between diet and health and the effects of food ingredients on physiological functions and health. Probiotics are commonly consumed as part of fermented foods with specially added active live cultures; such as in yogurt or as dietary supplements. The potential application of probiotics for oral health has recently been the focus of attention for various health researchers. The aim of this review is to examine potential mechanisms of probiotic bacteria in the oral cavity and summarize observed effects of probiotics with respect to oral health.
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Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus, Oral Health, Probiotics
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Nayak Sangeeta Umesh, Swati Pralhad, Kamath Deepa G. Probiotics in oral care. National Journal of Integrated Research in Medicine. 2013 Jan-Feb; 4(1): 106-111.