Oral Ecology
Adult mouths may contain 500 to 1,000 different types of bacteria as part of the human flora and oral microbiology, but about 100 to 200 species may live in them at any given time. Those who care for their teeth and have a relatively clean mouth have 1,000 to 100,000 bacteria living on each tooth surface. Those that do not have a clean mouth have between 100 million and 1 billion bacteria on each tooth. Each day more bacteria grow in a person’s mouth. Though bacteria and saliva can be beneficial to one’s health, both can also cause problems. Many diseases are related to oral bacteria. While bacteria will always be in our mouths, proper oral care and habits can protect against and reduce the effects of some harmful bacteria.
Read more about Oral Ecology: Discovery and History of Bacteria, Ecology and Types of Bacteria Found in The Mouth, Bacterial Growth, Saliva, Prevention, Toothbrush Hygiene, Conclusion
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