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We can't separate oral health from overall health any longer. The mouth is part of the body. It's time we start treating it that way.

Sue Rusalen

healthcare educator • speaker • author

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Can bacteria in the oral microbiome cause IBD?

Research now shows that bacteria in the mouth can actually travel to the gut and cause gut inflammation. The mouth and gut interact via a pathway called the oral-gut axis, where the oral microbiome an... ...more

Periodontal Disease ,IBD

July 19, 2024•4 min read

Can bacteria in the oral microbiome cause IBD?
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