Probiotics – A Treatment for Gingivitis?

The benefits of probiotics have been widely known for the general human health. Probiotics can alter the existing flora; enhance beneficial host-microbial function, leading to prevention of inflammation or other systemic conditions. Recently, it was shown that probiotic administration that contains Bifidobacterium animalis and Lactobacillus reuteri caused decreased number of bleeding sites, plaque and gingival…

Halitosis: A Guide To Management

Bad breath or halitosis is one of the most common complaints patients have. In fact, about ¼ of people suffer from halitosis. Whether it is a transient or a chronic condition, halitosis usually has some underlying pathology associated with it. The main compounds that actually cause the bad odor are volatile sulphur compounds, created by…