ORAL & UPPER-AIRWAY PROBIOTIC

Seed the

mouth microbiome.

Most probiotics live in the gut. This one colonizes the mouth, throat, and upper airway — with clinically studied Streptococcus salivarius strains that crowd out the pathogens behind bad breath, tooth decay, and periodontal stress.

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PROFESSIONAL GRADE · 60 CHEWABLES · S. SALIVARIUS · L. REUTERI · L. PARACASEI

Probiotic ENT Defend bottle
COLONIZATION
3 oral-cavity strains

Built for the mouth.

Streptococcus salivarius K12 and M18, plus L. paracasei and L. reuteri, are selected specifically for oral and upper-airway adherence — not gut survival. They colonize where bad breath and decay begin.

MECHANISM
1 tablet. Chewed slowly.

Occupy the niche.

Beneficial strains work by crowding out pathogenic ones on the same tissues. Chewing slowly before bed lets the probiotics settle into biofilms during the long window when salivary defenses drop.

PROTOCOL
90 day loading window

Ramp, then maintain.

Practitioners may direct up to three or four chewables daily during active support for 90 days, then one nightly for maintenance. No refrigeration required.

MAY BENEFIT

The mouth is a
terrain problem.

01
Fresher breath
S. salivarius K12 and M18 outcompete the sulfur-producing bacteria linked to chronic halitosis.
02
Healthy gums
Targeted strains help maintain the microbial balance tied to periodontal tissue integrity.
03
Tooth resilience
Crowding out acid-producing pathogens supports enamel maintenance and lower decay risk.
04
Upper-airway support
Oral colonizers cascade into the throat and sinuses — the first line of immune real estate.
05
Immune maintenance
A balanced oral microbiome is part of systemic immune tone, not a separate system.
06
Pathogen pressure
Sustained colonization reduces ongoing exposure to the species associated with oral infection.

Formula

Three strains. Chewed. Not swallowed.

KEY INGREDIENTS

L. Paracasei
L. Reuteri
Streptococcus Salivarius
Streptococcus Salivarius

OTHER INGREDIENTS

Isomalt, Inulin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glyceryl Behenate, Calcium (From Dicalcium Phosphate), Peppermint Flavor, Spearmint Flavor, Stevia

DIRECTIONS

Adults: As a maintenance dose, after your bedtime oral hygiene routine, chew one tablet slowly and thoroughly before swallowing. During periods of increased need, chew up to three-to-four tablets per day in divided doses for 90 days or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Not recommended for children aged four or younger without direct recommendation or supervision of a healthcare practitioner. An adult should administer this product.

Probiotic ENT Defend supplement facts
MAY BENEFIT:
Gut Health
Oral Health

Questions

Frequently asked.

Why an oral probiotic instead of a capsule?
These strains have to live in the mouth and throat to do their work. Swallowing a capsule delivers them to the gut, where they do not colonize. Chewing slowly before bed coats the teeth, tongue, and oropharynx with the beneficial organisms directly on the tissues they need to occupy.
Is Streptococcus salivarius safe? Isn't strep a pathogen?
Streptococcus salivarius strains K12 and M18 are not related to Streptococcus pyogenes, the species that causes strep throat. S. salivarius is a native, beneficial resident of the healthy mouth. These specific strains have a long history of clinical use for oral-cavity support.
When should I chew it?
After your nightly oral-hygiene routine, as the last thing before sleep. Chew one tablet slowly and thoroughly, then swallow. This maximizes contact time with oral tissues during the hours when saliva flow is low and microbes establish biofilms.
Can children use this?
Children over four can use it under adult supervision. For children aged four and younger, use it only with direct recommendation from a healthcare practitioner, who should also administer the chewable.
Does it need to be refrigerated?
No. Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigeration is not necessary — an important convenience for a nightly habit-forming product.
Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnant or lactating women should consult a healthcare practitioner before use. The strains themselves are generally well-tolerated, but any supplement decision during pregnancy deserves individualized guidance.

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