ProDentim is an oral probiotic supplement to improve and support teeth and gum health.
Available as a soft candy or capsule in bottles containing 30 supplements, ProDentim soft candies can be chewed or allowed to melt in the mouth.
ProDentim should be taken daily after brushing your teeth for maximum benefits.
ProDentim can be purchased online from the supplier (recommended) and Amazon.
The problem with Amazon is that you can not be sure whether you will buy the original product.
Searching for “where to buy ProDentim” returns multiple choices of e-commerce sites that sell ProDentim – make sure you purchase it from the original website.
It costs $49 per bottle (30 supplements).
Mainly consisting of bacteria, probiotics are microorganisms beneficial to your health.
How a probiotic supplement improves certain aspects of your health depends on the bacteria strains included.
For example, individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, or Crohn’s disease may relieve their symptoms by taking probiotics containing a combination of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium bacteria strains.
All strains of probiotics promote the balance between “good” and “bad” bacteria in your gastrointestinal system to support general health.
Just like your gastrointestinal system (“gut”) contains probiotic bacteria essential for breaking down food, supporting your immune system’s response to infections, and assisting chemical interactions that produce hormones, your mouth is also home to particular strains of probiotic microorganisms.
When oral bacteria are imbalanced, harmful bacteria responsible for halitosis, bleeding gums, and dental caries thrive in your mouth unless that balance is restored.
Mouthwashes containing alcohol and toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and polyphosphates can irritate gums, worsen gum inflammation, erode enamel, and destroy beneficial oral bacteria.
ProDentim contains probiotics meant to counter the growth of bad oral bacteria and increase populations of good oral bacteria to support teeth and gum health.
ProDentim also claims to be formulated to improve the health of your respiratory, immune, and gastrointestinal systems.
Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Found naturally in the mouth and gut, L. acidophilus is a bad bacteria eliminator necessary to maintain bacterial homeostasis in the mouth and gut.
This probiotic is also added to yogurt and other fermented foods.
Lactobacillus Plantarum
L. plantarum is thought to provide anti-inflammatory properties that may help treat bleeding gums, general mouth irritation, and systemic inflammatory illnesses.
Lactobacillus casei
L. casei is another powerful probiotic destroyer of bad bacteria that can restore balance in oral bacteria populations dominated by bad bacteria.
Lactobacillus Reuteri
Studies show that L. reuteri inhibits the production of bacteria and other microorganisms that cause inflammation and illness. Individuals with low amounts of L. reuteri tend to be associated with increased incidences of inflammatory diseases, such as gingivitis or periodontitis.
People interested in trying Prodentim should know that not all bottles of Prodentim appear to contain the same ingredients. Some may have all of the above-mentioned probiotics, while others may contain different probiotic combinations. All good probiotics offer health benefits that may reduce or eliminate the symptoms of teeth and gum irritations.
No, ProDentim cannot regrow gums. There is no treatment available that regrows gums. Once gum tissue is lost due to recession or infection, it cannot be regrown.
Gums affected by gingivitis are inflamed, swollen, and/or bleeding. Caused by poor oral hygiene and the formation of plaque and tartar on teeth, gingivitis may be reversed if treated in its early stages. Improving oral hygiene habits, regular teeth cleanings, and supplements (ProDentim or similar) may help reverse gingivitis and prevent it from returning.
Additional benefits of ProDentim include:
May reduce or eliminate bad breath: halitosis (bad breath) is usually attributed to tooth decay, gingivitis, and generally poor oral health. An overpopulation of bad oral bacteria excretes volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs) that emit the “rotten egg” odour, indicating halitosis.
May heal canker sores and other mouth irritations: Although bad breath and bleeding gums do not cause mouth sores, the bad bacteria contributing to halitosis and gingivitis can worsen sores and stop them from healing naturally.
May help reduce tooth decay and cavities: Probiotics produce lactic acid, a substance implicated in numerous health benefits. A study investigating the effectiveness of lactic acid on oral health found that this probiotic-related chemical reduced the population of bad oral bacteria responsible for tooth decay.
According to the makers of ProDentim, this probiotic supplement:
Individuals with food allergies should read the labels on each ProDentim bottle since they could contain different types of probiotics and other ingredients. For example, some probiotic supplements include lactose, a milk byproduct that may aggravate an allergy to dairy products.
ProDentim is an oral probiotic supplement to improve and support teeth and gum health.
Available as a soft candy or capsule in bottles containing 30 supplements, ProDentim soft candies can be chewed or allowed to melt in the mouth.
ProDentim should be taken daily after brushing your teeth for maximum benefits.
Consumer reviews regarding ProDentim are mixed.
Amazon reviews state that ProDentim “improved their gum health” and helped them have “a great check-up” at the dentist.
Others state that it did improve their halitosis and sore gums and that their mouth felt “much cleaner” after using ProDentim for several weeks.
One of the top complaints found that customers received capsules instead of soft candies – this can be avoided if ordered from the original site.
Some said the capsules were large and hard to swallow but were not critical of the results.
A few reviewers commented that they did not notice any improvement in their oral health after taking it for several weeks.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides additional information about probiotic dietary supplements here.