What is the oral microbiome?
The community of billions of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in your mouth. Researchers can study it by analyzing saliva samples.
A former U.S. Navy dental technician went looking for the answer and found himself on a video call with a Norwegian research scientist. What they uncovered about the hidden world inside our mouths surprised even him. Watch the short presentation to hear the full story.
The community of billions of bacteria and other microorganisms that live in your mouth. Researchers can study it by analyzing saliva samples.
A measurement used in the research featured in the presentation to compare how “young” or “old” a person’s mouth ecosystem looks next to their actual age.
Both groups were similar in age and baseline health, yet the researchers noticed striking differences between them. The presentation tells how the story unfolded.
No. This presentation is for education only. Keep up your regular brushing, flossing and dental visits, and talk to a dentist or healthcare professional before changing your routine.