Effectiveness of Lactobacillus reuteri Probiotics on Plaque Index, Gingival Index, and Bleeding on Probing in Adolescents with Betel Quid Chewing Habit: Study in Children Aged 13-15 Years in Alor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara.

2026-02-12
Observational
International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry 19(2)
- Labiba Idzni Marjani
- Margaretha Suharsini
- Eva Fauziah

PubMed: 41800014
DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10005-3411

Reduced Gingival Inflammation

Low evidence

Consuming <i>L. reuteri</i> probiotic for 7 and 14 days effectively reduces gingival inflammation, as assessed by PI, GI, and BOP, in adolescents with betel quid chewing habits.

Effect: Beneficial
Effect size: Moderate
Significant: Yes

Lactobacillus reuteri ATCC PTA 5289 and Reduced Gingival Inflammation

Effectiveness of Lactobacillus reuteri Probiotics on Plaque Index, Gingival Index, and Bleeding on Probing in Adolescents with Betel Quid Chewing Habit: Study in Children Aged 13-15 Years in Alor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara.