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Beyond Probiotics: The Microbiome Trio Explained

Beyond Probiotics: The Microbiome Trio Explained

Understanding probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics—and how each contributes a different piece to the microbiome puzzle. The terms probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics are...

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From a Single Test to a Bigger Picture: Tracking Oral Health Over Time

From a Single Test to a Bigger Picture: Tracking Oral Health Over Time

How repeat testing can provide a longitudinal view of changes in selected oral microbial targets. A single laboratory test provides information about...

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From Your Home to the Lab: Understanding At-Home Saliva Testing

From Your Home to the Lab: Understanding At-Home Saliva Testing

A simple look at how saliva is collected, analyzed, and transformed into quantitative molecular information about selected oral microorganisms. At-home testing is...

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Beyond the Dental Exam: What Microbial Information Can Add

Beyond the Dental Exam: What Microbial Information Can Add

How quantitative microbial information from saliva can provide another perspective to consider alongside clinical findings. A dental examination provides important clinical information....

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qPCR Explained: How Scientists Detect and Measure Specific Bacteria

qPCR Explained: How Scientists Detect and Measure Specific Bacteria

If you have heard the term qPCR, you may wonder what it actually means. qPCR stands for quantitative polymerase chain reaction. It...

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Why Saliva Is Emerging as a Powerful Sample for Molecular Diagnostics

Why Saliva Is Emerging as a Powerful Sample for Molecular Diagnostics

Saliva is much more than a fluid that helps us chew and swallow. It contains proteins, nucleic acids, metabolites, microorganisms, and other...

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What Are Periodontal Pathogens, and Why Do They Matter?

What Are Periodontal Pathogens, and Why Do They Matter?

The mouth contains hundreds of microbial species, most of which are normal components of the oral ecosystem. However, certain microorganisms have been...

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Your Mouth Has Its Own Microbiome: What’s Really Living There?

Your Mouth Has Its Own Microbiome: What’s Really Living There?

Your Mouth Has Its Own Microbiome: What’s Really Living There?   Discover the fascinating community of bacteria and other microorganisms that live...

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