Effect of Lactobacillus salivarius on Implant Health
Author Information
Author(s): Taniguchi Yusuke, Suzuki Nao, Kakura Kae, Tanabe Kazunari, Ito Ryutaro, Kashiwamura Tadahiro, Fujimoto Akie, Naito Marie, Yoneda Masahiro, Hanioka Takashi, Kido Hirofumi, Dipalma Gianna
Primary Institution: Fukuoka Dental College
Hypothesis
Lactobacillus salivarius WB21 will effectively maintain the health of peri-implant tissues.
Conclusion
Continuous intake of LSWB21 may be beneficial for stabilizing peri-implant tissue.
Supporting Evidence
- Significant improvements in mGI, mPI, and mBI were observed in the test group after 2 months.
- Subjective symptoms such as bad breath in the test group significantly improved.
- Changes in mGI over 2 months significantly differed between the groups.
Takeaway
Taking Lactobacillus salivarius can help keep the gums around dental implants healthy.
Methodology
A double-blind, randomized controlled trial with 23 patients divided into a test group receiving LSWB21 tablets and a control group receiving placebos.
Potential Biases
Participant allocation based on consent order may have introduced baseline differences.
Limitations
The small sample size and baseline differences in mGI between groups.
Participant Demographics
23 maintenance patients (9 men, 14 women, mean age 62.1 ± 12.3 years).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.034
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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