Probiotics as an adjunctive therapy in periodontitis treatment—reality or illusion—a clinical perspective
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- 16 December 2024
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Springer Nature in npj Biofilms and Microbiomes
- Vol. 10 (1) , 1-18
Abstract
Periodontitis, a prevalent oral health issue, involves various microorganisms and clinical effects. This review examines probiotics as adjunctive therapy for periodontitis by analyzing forty clinical studies. Findings showed mixed results due to differences in study design, probiotic types, and clinical parameters; however, probiotics improved outcomes in severe cases. Caution is advised when interpreting these results, as longer follow-up periods reveal variability and potential regression in effects.Keywords
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