The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies

Background Oral non-communicable diseases, particularly dental caries and periodontal disease, impose a significant global health burden. The underlying microbial dysbiosis is a prominent factor, driving interest in strategies that promote a balanced oral microbiome. Lactobacillus plantarum, a gram-...

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Main Authors: Xinyan Huang, Jianhang Bao, Mingzhen Yang, Yingying Li, Youwen Liu, Yuankun Zhai
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Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2024-12-01
Series:Journal of Oral Microbiology
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Online Access:https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/20002297.2024.2411815
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author Xinyan Huang
Jianhang Bao
Mingzhen Yang
Yingying Li
Youwen Liu
Yuankun Zhai
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description Background Oral non-communicable diseases, particularly dental caries and periodontal disease, impose a significant global health burden. The underlying microbial dysbiosis is a prominent factor, driving interest in strategies that promote a balanced oral microbiome. Lactobacillus plantarum, a gram-positive lactic acid bacterium known for its adaptability, has gained attention for its potential to enhance oral health. Recent studies have explored the use of probiotic L. plantarum in managing dental caries, periodontal disease, and apical periodontitis. However, a comprehensive review on its effects in this context is still lacking.Aims This narrative review evaluates current literature on L. plantarum’s role in promoting oral health and highlights areas for future research.Content In general, the utilization of L. plantarum in managing non-communicable biofilm-dependent oral diseases is promising, but additional investigations are warranted. Key areas for future study include: exploring its mechanisms of action, identifying optimal strains or strain combinations of L. plantarum, determining effective delivery methods and dosages, developing commercial antibacterial agents from L. plantarum, and addressing safety considerations related to its use in oral care.
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spelling doaj-art-a2dc3524b00a43b7a3fa841ee1985cbb2024-11-26T06:52:11ZengTaylor & Francis GroupJournal of Oral Microbiology2000-22972024-12-0116110.1080/20002297.2024.2411815The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studiesXinyan Huang0Jianhang Bao1Mingzhen Yang2Yingying Li3Youwen Liu4Yuankun Zhai5School of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, ChinaSchool of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, ChinaSchool of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, ChinaOrthopedic Department, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province (Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province), Zhengzhou, ChinaOrthopedic Department, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province (Orthopedic Hospital of Henan Province), Zhengzhou, ChinaSchool of Stomatology, Henan University, Kaifeng, ChinaBackground Oral non-communicable diseases, particularly dental caries and periodontal disease, impose a significant global health burden. The underlying microbial dysbiosis is a prominent factor, driving interest in strategies that promote a balanced oral microbiome. Lactobacillus plantarum, a gram-positive lactic acid bacterium known for its adaptability, has gained attention for its potential to enhance oral health. Recent studies have explored the use of probiotic L. plantarum in managing dental caries, periodontal disease, and apical periodontitis. However, a comprehensive review on its effects in this context is still lacking.Aims This narrative review evaluates current literature on L. plantarum’s role in promoting oral health and highlights areas for future research.Content In general, the utilization of L. plantarum in managing non-communicable biofilm-dependent oral diseases is promising, but additional investigations are warranted. Key areas for future study include: exploring its mechanisms of action, identifying optimal strains or strain combinations of L. plantarum, determining effective delivery methods and dosages, developing commercial antibacterial agents from L. plantarum, and addressing safety considerations related to its use in oral care.https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/20002297.2024.2411815Lactobacillus plantarumcariesperiodontal diseasedysbiosismicrobiomeimmune response
spellingShingle Xinyan Huang
Jianhang Bao
Mingzhen Yang
Yingying Li
Youwen Liu
Yuankun Zhai
The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
Journal of Oral Microbiology
Lactobacillus plantarum
caries
periodontal disease
dysbiosis
microbiome
immune response
title The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
title_full The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
title_fullStr The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
title_full_unstemmed The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
title_short The role of Lactobacillus plantarum in oral health: a review of current studies
title_sort role of lactobacillus plantarum in oral health a review of current studies
topic Lactobacillus plantarum
caries
periodontal disease
dysbiosis
microbiome
immune response
url https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/20002297.2024.2411815
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