BioGaia Oral Probiotics in Austin, TX

Gum disease affects nearly half of adults and can progress silently without proper care. At Althea Eggleston, DDS, PA, Dr. Althea Eggleston incorporates BioGaia Prodentis oral probiotics into periodontal treatment plans to help patients manage gingivitis and periodontitis more effectively alongside professional care.

Understanding Gingivitis And Periodontitis

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease, marked by redness, swelling, and bleeding during brushing or flossing. Left untreated, gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, a more serious condition where the gums pull away from the teeth, bone loss occurs, and teeth may eventually loosen. Harmful bacteria in plaque and below the gumline drive this progression.

How BioGaia Prodentis Supports Gum Health

BioGaia Prodentis contains Limosilactobacillus reuteri, a clinically studied probiotic strain that:

• Reduces populations of harmful bacteria linked to gingivitis and periodontitis.
• Helps decrease gum inflammation, bleeding, and pocket depth over time.
• Supports a balanced oral microbiome to promote long-term gum health.
• Complements scaling, root planing, and professional periodontal care.

Our Probiotic-Supported Periodontal Approach

• Periodontal evaluation. We assess gum health, measure pocket depths, and identify the severity of disease.
• Professional treatment. Scaling and root planing or other appropriate periodontal therapy addresses active infection and bacterial buildup.
• BioGaia Prodentis recommendation. Dr. Eggleston prescribes BioGaia Prodentis as an adjunct to professional treatment, tailored to your periodontal needs.
• Home care guidance. Proper brushing, flossing, and consistent probiotic use support healing between visits.
• Ongoing monitoring. Follow-up visits track gum health improvements and adjust your care plan as needed.