Biotene (typeset as Biotène) is an over-the-counter dental hygiene product currently marketed by Haleon (previously by GSK plc).
The Plaque Biofilm (PBF) product line contained additional enzymes, including mutanase, dextranase, lysozyme, lactoperoxidase, and glucose oxidase.
However, Biotène alone does not significantly reduce the count of Streptococcus mutans, the primary bacterium responsible for the formation of dental plaque.
Various saliva substitutes containing different enzymes, like those found in Biotène products, help reduce oral infections and enhance mouth wetting.
[6] Biotène mouth rinses have shown inhibitory effects on the growth of preformed biofilms on certain tested bacterial and fungal strains.
[7] These enzymes, through their antibacterial and healing properties, create natural protection within the oral cavity, balancing and boosting an individual's salivary defenses.