User:Mm2566/List of human microbiota

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Microbiota are microorganisms found in a specific environment. They can be found in our stomach, intestines, skin, genitals and other parts of the body1. This article lists some of the species recognized as belonging to the human microbiome.The "reference" 70 kg human body is estimated to have around 39 trillion bacterias with their total mass of about 0.2 kg. [1][2][3][4] These can be separated into about 10,000 microbial species. about 180 of the most studied is listed below here. However all of these can broadly be put into 3 categories:[5]

Spheres or ball-shaped (cocci bacteria). Rod-shaped bacteria (bacilli). Spirals or helixes (spirochetes).

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The Oral microbiota consists of all the microorganisms that exist in the mouth. It is the second largest of the human body and made of various bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa2. These organisms play an important role in oral and overall health. Anthony Van Leeuwenhoek was the first to view these organisms using a microscope he created2. The temperature and pH of saliva makes it conducive for bacteria to survive in the oral cavity. Bacteria in the oral cavity include Streptococcus mutans, Porphyromonas gingivalis, Staphylococcus3. S. mutans is the main component of the oral microbiota. A healthy oral microbiome decreases oral infections and promotes a healthy gut microbiome. However, when disturbed can lead to gum inflammations and bad breadth4. Dental plaque is formed when oral microorganisms form biofilms on the surfaces of teeth.5 Recommended practices to maintain a healthy oral microbiome include practicing good oral hygiene (brushing twice and flossing, replacing toothbrush often), eating healthy diet (food with little or no added sugars and ultra processed foods), drinking lots of water and taking probiotics.5