How Probiotics Could Help You Ward Off Gum Disease

There are believed to be about 700 different species of microbes living in your mouth at any given time, including bacteria, fungus, and others. While some can be dangerous to your oral and overall health, others are considered beneficial. In fact, when they’re in the correct balance, the good ones can often help the prevent the bad ones from causing problems.

You may have read reports in the news in recent years about how good bacteria called probiotics can help your gut health and even prevent gum disease. Here’s what you need to know about this fascinating connection!