Scientists may have found another reason to prioritize dental hygiene
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Growing evidence suggests that the microbes in our mouths can put us at risk for certain cancers and influence our prognosis if we develop cancer, but the relationship is complex. Not.
The mouth is home to the second most diverse microbial community after the intestines, with over 700 species of bacteria alone colonizing the teeth, tongue, and soft tissues.
Over the past decade, research has increasingly linked periodontal disease to…
Source: www.newscientist.com
