Chiara Cinquini

Probiotics are defined by the World Health Organization as “live microorganisms which, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.” Some probiotics like Lactobacillus reuteri showed good anti-inflammatory properties, assuming a possible role in wound healing processes. The primary aim of the present research project is to evaluate the efficacy of L. reuteri in improving post-surgical healing following impacted tooth extractions and the secondary aim is to investigate its possible role in preventing or reducing gastro-intestinal side effects related to post-operative antibiotic therapy.