7/8- Mouth As A Microbial Habitat Flashcards
1
Q
Allogenic Success
A
Due to physical changes in mouth
Tooth eruption
Denture wearing
Anti-microbial agents
2
Q
Autogenic Succession
A
Things come in and change things
Oxygen consumption
Food chains
Receptor exposure for attachment
3
Q
Direct Effect of Age and Microflora
A
Cell mediated immunity wanes
Changes in salivary Ab
Hormonal changes
Altered physiology of oral mucosa
4
Q
Indirect effects of Age on Microflora
A
Dentures
Mediation
Cancer therapy
Dietary changes
5
Q
Keratinized SSE in Oral Mucosa
A
Dorsal tongue
Hard palate
Gingiva
6
Q
None Keratinized SSE in Oral Mucosa
A
Moveable mucosa
Cheeks Inner lip Ventral tongue Floor of mouth Soft palate
7
Q
Anti-Microbial Properties of Saliva
A
Lysozymes Lactoferrin Silo peroxidase SIgA Antimicrobial peptides