Probiotics offer potential benefits in addressing dental diseases, including caries and gingivitis, through various mechanisms that stabilize oral microbiota.
While research is limited, some studies show that this therapy may be helpful in preventing and managing periodontal diseases, dental caries, and oral malodor.
Although treatment of this patient population can be difficult, oral health professionals who provide high-quality care and collaborate interprofessionally with the multidisciplinary oncology team will have the most successful outcomes.