Effect of Probiotic Yogurt and Xylitol-Containing Chewing Gums on Salivary S Mutans Count

Ghasemi, Elnaz; Mazaheri, Romina; Tahmourespour, Arezoo

doi:10.17796/1053-4628-41.4.257

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“…Xylitol cannot be fermented by oral microorganisms and has been shown to reduce S. mutans levels in plaque and saliva and markedly reduce tooth decay. The antibacterial effect of xylitol have been evaluated by various studies [95,96], but the amount added to the materials may change the efficacy. According to a study, it was found that it did not show any antibacterial effect under a certain level [97].…”

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Antibacterial Activities of Herbal Toothpastes Combined with Essential Oils against Streptococcus mutans

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In recent years, people have become more conscious about the side-effects of fluoride toothpastes and herbal products have drawn attention as alternatives in the struggle against caries. Studies have focused on the benefits of essential oils obtained from herbs because of their antibacterial effects. The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the antibacterial activity of Origanum dubium and Cinnamomum cassia oils combined with herbal toothpastes against Streptococcus mutans. The antibacterial activity of the test materials was determined using the agar well diffusion method before and after the addition of essential oils. We tested the efficacy of Splat Organic and Splat Biocalcium against S. mutans (12 mm and 11 mm, respectively) doubled in combination with Origanum dubium (23 mm for both toothpastes) and tripled with Cinnamomum cassia (38 mm and 36 mm, respectively). Jack N’ Jill toothpaste, which did not initially show any antibacterial effect, exhibited the largest inhibition zones after the addition of the essential oils (38 mm for Origanum dubium and 39 mm for Cinnamomum cassia). The results of this study pointed out that herbal toothpastes exhibit statistically higher antibacterial activity against Streptococcus mutans (p < 0.05) than their initial forms after the addition of essential oils.

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Antibacterial Activities of Herbal Toothpastes Combined with Essential Oils against Streptococcus mutans

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“…As we are experienced and also the cheapest and the simplest standardized method for our laboratory capabilities, the conventional quantitative culture techniques are preferred in this study. This microbiological method have been used in some recent researches happening in dentistry and also different fields (Vale et al, 2014; Relvas et al, 2014; Gupta and Gupta, 2015; Ghasemi et al, 2017; Salman et al, 2017). Although it is an old method, it still maintains its reliability and validity.…”

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Microbial Profile and Dental Caries in Cleft Lip and Palate Babies Between 0 and 3 Years Old

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Topçuoğlu

Külekçi

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The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal

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“…Very important factor is the use of different means of delivery such as dairy products, chewing gums and drops to transfer probiotics. The probiotic channels of supply are suitable for all ages, especially for young children [27]. In present study the yogurt is selected because it is safe, available and used routinely in Serbian children's diet.…”

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The role of yogurt enriched with LGG culture (Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG) in dental caries prevention

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Introduction/Objective. Contemporary tendencies suggest that probiotics can significantly reduce the prevalence of caries in children, so it can be considered that they have a positive effect on general and oral health. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG) is a probiotic culture of particular importance in preventive dentistry. The aim was to assess the effects of consumption of probiotic strain Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG on the dental plaque accumulation in children with mixed dentition. Methods. Research included 90 children with mixed dentition (5-12 years old). First study group consumed 200 ml of Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG-enriched yogurt (B-Activ LGG, Dukat) daily for a period of 14 days, while the remaining 30 formed the second study group who consumed 200 ml of yogurt (Jogurt 1,5% milk fat, Imlek) with manually added powder from probiotic capsule (Wayaforte LGG capsule, Medis) daily for14 days. The control group consisted of 30 children who had regular diet during examination period. Silness-L?e plaque index and saliva pH (pH-Fix-0-14, Macherey-Nagel) were determined at baseline and also upon intervention completion. Results. An increase in pH values was observed in both study groups. In general sample, there is a significant decrease of mean plaque index values (p ? 0.001). Both study groups had significant decrease of mean plaque index values on the baseline and after 14 days consumption of yogurt. In the control group the number of subjects with decrease plaque index values did not correlate and no association was found. Conclusion. Consistent consumption of LGG culture-enriched yogurt inhibits dental film accumulation and promotes saliva pH increase in children with mixed dentition.

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Effect of Probiotic Yogurt and Xylitol-Containing Chewing Gums on Salivary S Mutans Count

Abstract: Probiotic yogurt and xylitol-containing chewing gums seem to be as effective in reduction of salivary S. mutans levels. Their constant long-term consumption is thus recommended to prevent caries.

Cited by 29 publications

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Antibacterial Activities of Herbal Toothpastes Combined with Essential Oils against Streptococcus mutans

Antibacterial Activities of Herbal Toothpastes Combined with Essential Oils against Streptococcus mutans

Microbial Profile and Dental Caries in Cleft Lip and Palate Babies Between 0 and 3 Years Old

The role of yogurt enriched with LGG culture (Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG) in dental caries prevention

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