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How Many Bacteria Live in the Human Mouth?

April 5, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — torringtondental @ 3:56 pm
Illustration of bacteria in a petri dish

At a glance, you look like a single living being. The reality, however, is that you are host to billions upon billions of microorganisms, including bacteria. While that might sound somewhat unsettling, it is actually quite fascinating! You might wonder how many of these bacteria reside in your mouth and how you can sustain a healthy oral microbiome. This blog post aims to provide valuable information on those subjects.

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