The Oral Microbiome: Impacts on Oral and Systemic Health
The oral microbiome is the 2nd largest microbial community in the human body after the human gut. There are 700 different species that inhabit various aspects of the oral cavity. The oral microbiome is influenced by several factors including host genetics, lifestyle, oral hygiene, Ph, temperature, nutrients, host defenses (innate and adaptive immune response), and […]
Oral probiotics: Keeping a healthy balance
Probiotics are healthy bacteria. They’re mostly known for their impact on digestive health. Research is starting to show that they can also help to keep your mouth healthy. There are more than 700 bacterial species in the mouth. When the balance among oral bacteria is disrupted due to inadequate oral hygiene, stress and/or poor diet, […]