PROBIOTICS

Probiotics are living microorganisms that when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit for the host. Probiotics are dietary supplements and are not considered to be of the same standards as medications but they are indicated in various infections inflammatory & immunological ailments and also exert beneficial effects in the oral cavity as well. Probiotic microorganisms effectively prevent and treat various diseases because they regulate general and local immunity produce antimicrobial substances and compete with pathogenic microorganisms. Traditionally probiotics were developed to alter Gut microflora. As the oral cavity forms the first part of GIT it is conceivable for probiotics to influence the oral microflora. Several studies have demonstrated that the administration of Probiotics can improve oral health and since two decades the use of probiotics has gained popularity within the dental research community with a focus on caries development periodontal health halitosis and many more. Hence this composition intents to discuss the role of various Probiotics in oral diseases.