Mouth Microbiome Flashcards
1
Q
what is a commensal microorganism
A
lives within/ on host but does not cause any apparent disease
2
Q
what are benefits of resident human microbiota
A
- antagonism of exogenous pathogens
- competitive exclusion of exogenous pathogens
- promote the IS
- promote cellular physiology and function
- enhance the epithelial barrier function
- some symbiotic bacteria can modulate IS (tolerance)
- enhance cell proliferation / wound healing response
- disease occurs when no homeostasis
3
Q
which groups of microorganisms inhabit the mouth
A
eukaryotes
prokaryotes
viruses
prions
4
Q
what type of eukaryotes inhabit the mouth
A
fungi- yeast, candida albicans
protozoa
5
Q
what type of prokaryotes inhabit the mouth
A
eubacteria
6
Q
which types of viruses infect the oral mucosa
A
HPV- human papilloma
EBV- epstein barr
HSV- herpes
7
Q
what surfaces in the mouth can microorganisms colonise
A
mucosal surfaces teeth saliva GCF tongue cheeks, lip, palate
