COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING ANTI-CARIOGENIC BACTERIA AND FERMENTABLE SACCHARIDES

摘要

The present invention relates to compositions comprising anti-cariogenic bacteria for use in the oral cavity, which are able to minimize dental caries risk induced by sugar consumption and maintain good oral health. The compositions according to the invention comprise hydrogen peroxide-producing oral bacteria and fermentable saccharides and are able to inhibit cariogenic, acid-producing bacteria even at pH values of 5.5 or less. The probiotic compositions according to the invention are suitable for oral application and are preferably used in the oral cavity.