Good oral health goes beyond brushing and flossing. In addition to regular dental visits and a good routine, maintaining a balanced diet and caring for your oral microbiome can be game-changing to your oral health and overall well-being.
A growing body of research has shed light on the crucial role of our oral microbiome, but how do we maintain it?
This article aims to demystify the terms prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics, and paraprobiotics, and explore how they can be utilized to support oral health.
What’s the difference between prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics and paraprobiotics?
With more information circulating the internet, magazines and news about prebotics, probiotics and the importance for our microbiomes, we want to shed light on any confusion between the terms.
Prebiotics: Nurturing the Good Guys
Prebiotics are non-digestible dietary fibers that serve as a food source for beneficial bacteria in our microbiome.
By selectively stimulating the growth and activity of beneficial bacteria, prebiotics promote a healthy microbial balance.
A common prebiotic is aloe vera. It's rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds including polysaccharides, glycoproteins, anthraquinones, and acemannan. Aloe vera can be found in all Truthpaste toothpastes and mouthwashes.
Probiotics: The Good Bacteria Army
Probiotics, on the other hand, are live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit to the host.
Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are among the most common probiotic strains used in oral health formulations.
These beneficial bacteria can help balance the oral microbiome, prevent the colonization of harmful bacteria, and support the body's natural defenses.
Postbiotics: The Hidden Helpers
Postbiotics are the metabolic byproducts of probiotics or other microorganisms.
They include various compounds such as organic acids, enzymes, peptides, and antimicrobial substances.
These substances play a significant role in modulating the host's immune response, reducing inflammation, and promoting oral health.
Paraprobiotics: The Inactive Allies
Paraprobiotics refer to non-viable, heat-treated probiotic bacteria or their cellular components.
While they do not possess live microorganisms, paraprobiotics can still have beneficial effects on the host by stimulating the immune system and promoting a balanced oral microbiome.
Research suggests that paraprobiotics may have advantages in terms of stability and safety, as they eliminate the risk of introducing live bacteria.
Our mouthwash contains a non-viable strain of Lactobacillus plantarum, carefully formulated to:
- promote a healthy oral microbiome
- sooth the oral cavity
- strengthen the oral musosa barrier
- and protect against harmful bacteria and gum issues
 Marisa BattrickShe / Her |
Marisa has spent the past nine years researching and developing oral care. During that time she has worked with cosmetic scientists and formulators, and developed expertise in the intricacies of ingredient compatibility. She is passionate about harnessing the benefits of natural ingredients to improve oral health. Her favourite ingredients are neem and aloe vera, and her most used Truthpaste products are Peppermint & Wintergreen and Probiotic Mouthwash. |
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I purchased a bundle of truthpaste, mouthwash and dental floss.. I love how clean and fresh my mouth feel.. Definitely will continue buying. The dental floss works so much better than usual floss, no slipping or sore gums just does a really deep clean… Love these products..
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Ps. Please make a kids version!
Enjoying using it and feeling the benefits. Will never go back to other brands
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Takes a little getting used to… but mouth feels clean and fresh. I’m happy using an ethical product that comes in packaging which can be recycled. Good stuff!
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This is my second jar & I'm really enjoying using this toothpaste.
The occasional sensitivity I used to suffer from is totally gone.
Both my dentist and hygienist have commented on the difference they've noticed - that's a defite ringing endorsement for me.
This is the best stuff around! I love that it’s ethical, and works so well. If you try it you’ll not be disappointed
Really noticed a difference in teeth and gum health since using hydroxyapatite toothpaste no more sensitive teeth or bleeding gums even dentist said my teeth look good and I have had alot of problems with my teeth will not use anything else now
I have used the entire range on offer and find the products really good. My sensitive teeth has reduced a lot but occasionally get bouts. I then use the fluoride mouthwash for a few days which helps.
Love the toothpaste has helped my bleeding gums, dont like having to keep cleaning my sink when i spit out the toothpaste, does not wash away very well.
Fabulous all round. Great, clean ingredients, full transparency on product contents and quantity. Great packaging, feels like a proper clean every time. Also using the enamel repair powder, so i feel i am doing my best for my teeth.
This is a great product, tastes and smells great, coats and cleans the teeth a lot better than regular toothpaste and so glad I made the switch
I love these little tins of Truthpaste. They're ideal for travel and recyclable. No more plastic tubes!
Leaves your mouth feeling very fresh great mint taste & only need a small amount 😁
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