The Oral Microbiome & Systemic Disease
Overview

The purpose of the course is to discuss the relationship between the oral microbiome and systemic disease. First, the role of the oral microbiome will be explained in both oral and systemic homeostasis. Next, items that influence the oral microbiome will be discussed, along with systemic diseases that may be correlated to oral disease states. Finally, methods for microbiome analysis, available interventions, and future directions will be explored.