The Human Microbiome
In the 1990s, the possibility of a correlation between premature birth and periodontal diseases became a topic of research and discussion. Scientific study on this association also found support for relationships between periodontitis and other health problems. Today, the oral-systemic link is a well-known term. Research continues to delve deeper into the cause of these associations—studying them at a molecular level. The examination of the microorganisms that reside on and within our bodies—the human microbiome—are vastly increasing our understanding of health and disease. In this month’s Sunstar Spotlight, Frances Doherty Genco, RDH, BS—a dental professional who contributes to this expanding knowledge base—shares her expertise on this fascinating topic.
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