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Sapna Konde1, Shruthi Ravindran1, Manisha Agarwal1
1Department of Pedodontics, AECS Maaruthi College of Dental Sciences and Research Center, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics significantly reduced salivary Streptococcus mutans counts in children. This study highlights prebiotics as a natural approach to combat dental caries effectively.
Area of Science:
- Oral Health
- Microbiology
- Nutrition
Background:
- Dental caries prevention is crucial globally.
- Probiotics show promise for dental caries but have limitations.
- Prebiotics support beneficial oral microorganisms, promoting a healthy oral environment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effects of prebiotics, probiotics, and synbiotics on salivary Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) counts.
- To assess the impact of these interventions on salivary IgA concentrations.
Main Methods:
- A 1-month clinical study involving 30 children aged 6-9 years with high DMFT scores.
- Participants were divided into three groups receiving prebiotics, probiotics, or synbiotics twice daily.
- Salivary S. mutans counts and IgA concentrations were measured before and after the intervention.
Main Results:
- All three groups showed a statistically significant reduction in S. mutans counts post-intervention.
- No significant differences in S. mutans reduction were observed between the prebiotic, probiotic, and synbiotic groups.
Conclusions:
- Prebiotics offer a natural and effective method for combating dental caries.
- Further research may explore the long-term efficacy and optimal use of prebiotics in oral health.
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