Oral Microbial Flora in Health

Abstract

ABSTRACT The oral lora comprises of plethora of microorganisms with a predominance of bacteria. These organisms are beneficial when present in right numbers. The oral cavity harbors a variety of habitats with varying environmental conditions, making the study of oral microbiology complex and difficult. Hence, a sound knowledge of the normal commensals of the oral cavity is an essential tool for accurate laboratory diagnosis. The objective of this article is to benefit the student population as the concept of oral microbial lora has been put forward in a simplified format. How to cite this article Patil S, Rao RS, Amrutha N, Sanketh OS. Oral Microbial Flora in Health. World J Oent 2013;4(4): 262-266.