Braces and bleeding gums? probiotic shows promise

NCT ID NCT06752330

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 32 times

Summary

This study tested whether a probiotic (Bifidobacterium animalis) can reduce plaque buildup and gum bleeding in people wearing braces or clear aligners. Sixty participants aged 10-30 were involved. The goal was to see if adding a probiotic to daily oral care helps control gum inflammation during orthodontic treatment.

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Locations

  • AOU Città della Salute e della Scienza

    Torino, Italy, 10126, Italy

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