The oral cavity’s bacterial flora is the body’s second largest. With its over 700 different bacterial species and a population of close to 2 billion, it affects the entire body. Just think of everything that passes through your mouth on its journey into the body; snuff and tobacco, a kiss, medicines, the air and its particles, food and drink – and all the thousands of chemicals they bring with them, as well as trillions of foreign bacteria, viruses and fungi. The bacteria in your mouth are in a never-ending war against everything that enters, to keep you safe.

An imbalance in the flora of the mouth can lead to a number of health problems. Everything from cavities, gum disease and bad breath, to cancer and heart disease.

Fortunately, the oral flora is also one of the easiest bacterial flora to change; with a good diet, brushing teeth and healthy habits, and regular visits to the dentist. Here at Nova-Dental, we see the whole between the mouth and the rest of the body, we believe that by optimizing your oral health, you can also improve your general health and function. We are one of very few dental clinics in Europe that work with such a holistic focus – we use the latest research and unique technology to help you.

Of all the diseases of the oral cavity, periodontitis in particular is linked to a number of disease states in the body. Periodontitis is very widespread, in fact the world’s sixth most common disease.

About 11.2% of the world’s population has a severe form of periodontitis, while 45-60% have a milder form. Despite the fact that the disease is so common, many people go around with it without knowing it.

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