Scientists are increasingly convinced that what happens in the mouth does not stay in the mouth. A growing body of research ...

Depression could be linked to a lack of diversity in the bacteria in your mouth, according to new research. As you read this, your mouth contains between 500 billion and 1 trillion bacteria. After the ...

Several bacterial species have been identified as potentially more harmful than others, and some of these microbes may play a role in memory loss and dementia. Scientists are now exploring how oral ...

The human body contains numerous microbiomes – complex communities of bacteria that influence our health in ways we’re still discovering. While gut health has dominated recent scientific discussions, ...

In order to study bacteria, it has to be grown in the lab. That’s no problem for many common strains of bacteria that are found in our typical environment, or in our bodies. But the world is full of ...

Increasing evidence suggests that the severe gum disease, periodontitis, may contribute to central nervous system disorders ...

Researchers have examined the human oral microbiome and discovered tremendous variability in bacterial subpopulations living in certain areas of the mouth. In many cases, the team was able to identify ...

From the fuzzy feeling on your teeth to the unfortunate condition of halitosis, bacteria shape mouth health. When dental illnesses take hold, diagnosis and treatment is necessary, but identifying the ...