BASF

pro-t-action®

- a probiotic microorganism for oral care

pro-t-action® is a novel product with a unique mode of action, which removes caries causing bacteria very specifically and gently from the oral cavity.

pro-t-action®  is a novel active ingredient for oral care products that helps to enhance daily oral care. The product is of natural origin and manufactured according to the most stringent quality standards.

 

pro-t-action® ready for commercialisation

pro-t-action® has been developed in an exclusive alliance with Organobalance GmbH and is now ready to go to market.

pro-t-action® details:

  • pro-t-action® is effective specifically against caries causing streptococcus mutans.
  • The mode of action has been described in scientific publications, and many tests have confirmed its effectiveness.
  • pro-t-action® is an active ingredient that may be used in toothpaste, mouth rinse, chewing gums or candies.
  • The production process meets all food and cosmetic industry standards.
  • A toothpaste containing pro-t-action® is now available to consumers in some markets in Europe.

How does pro-t-action® work?

The microorganism binds selectively to and aggregates with the caries causing bacteria, to be washed out of the oral cavity.

This mode of action of pro-t-action® is specific and unique and can enhance the effectiveness of daily oral care. Many tests have shown the product to be absolutely harmless to health.

pro-t-action® in the scientific literature

Lang C, Böttner M, Holz C, Veen M, Ryser M, Reindl A, Pompejus M and Tanzer JM.

Specific Lactobacillus/Mutans Streptococcus co-aggregation.  (2010) J Dent Res. 89(2): 175-9

Tanzer JM, Thompson A, Lang C, Cooper B, Hareng L, Gamer A, Reindl A, and Pompejus M.
Caries inhibition by and safety of Lactobacillus paracasei DSMZ16671. (2010) J Dent Res. 89(9): 921-6