Oral Microbiome-Its Impact on Health and Disease

Human mouth consists of diverse micro-organisms which includes bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoan. Oral microbiome is unique because of the constant contact of oral cavity with the external environment. Diets, Temperature, pH of saliva are important factors that contribute to the establishment of oral microbiome. The oral microbiome is imperative to health as it causes both oral and systemic diseases. A dysbiotic microflora influences the development of oral diseases like dental caries, periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis). Promoting a balanced microbiome is the key to maintain or reestablish oral health. Technological advances Iin the recent times have started to unwind the mysteries and complexities of the oral microbiome helping us to gain insights into its role in health and disease states.