Probiotic floss fights bad mouth bugs in new study

NCT ID NCT07149493

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tested whether a dental floss containing probiotics (good bacteria) can reduce harmful bacteria in the mouth and improve gum health. Thirty-three healthy men used the probiotic floss and a placebo floss for two weeks each. The results help us understand if this floss can be a simple way to support oral hygiene.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Anne's University Hospital

    Brno, 65691, Czechia

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