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- Constantina Constantinou
The link between oral Microbiota and cancer development
Join us in commemorating ‘World Oral Health Day’ on March 20th and discover the link between oral microbiota and cancer.
- Our oral microbiota comprises of over 700 species, each playing a crucial role in our oral health.
- Research indicates that individuals with periodontitis face a heightened risk of cancer due to bacterial imbalances within the oral microbiome.
- Specifically, microbes Porphyromonas gingivalis and Fusobacterium nucleatum are have been linked to carcinogenesis
- Early detection through monitoring potentially malignant oral lesions is paramount in safeguarding overall health.
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Tuominen H, Rautava J. OralMicrobiota and Cancer Development. Pathobiology. 2021;88(2):116-126. doi: 10.1159/000510979. Epub 2020 Nov 11. PMID: 33176328.
Link to full text article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33176328/
- Prioritize oral hygiene! Regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups maintain a healthy oral microbiota. Stay informed, stay healthy!