Oral Biome Testing: The Future of Personalized, Holistic Dental Care

Have you ever brushed, flossed, and followed all the rules of good dental health but still ended up with cavities, gum issues, or bad breath?

For patients who want to take a holistic approach to dental health,  the missing puzzle piece might be your oral microbiome.

What is your Oral Biome? It is simply the ecosystem in your mouth.  It is those bacteria, viruses, and fungi that reside in the mouth that can provide valuable insights and play a big role in your overall health.

What is Oral Biome Testing?

Oral biome testing is a simple, science-backed way to analyze the types of bacteria living in your mouth. Just like gut health is linked to digestion and immunity, your oral microbiome can be connected to your risk for cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.  Testing can even provide insight into systemic health issues like heart disease and diabetes.

By doing a quick saliva test, your dentist runs tests that identify good and bad bacteria in your mouth. By understanding the makeup of bacteria, we can personalize your dental care to target problems at their source—before they turn into bigger issues.

How Can It Help You?

There are a lot of reasons to get tested, but we outlined a few of the most important ones below.

Early Detection = Prevention

By knowing which harmful bacteria are present, we can take action before you ever see or feel symptoms.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, we can recommend specific probiotics, antimicrobial rinses, or dietary changes tailored just for you.

Better Overall Health

Your oral health is directly linked to conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s. Keeping your oral microbiome balanced is key to protecting your teeth more than just your teeth.

Who Should Consider Oral Biome Testing?

It is easy to say ‘everyone’ but there are some patients that are primary candidates for testing. Here are a couple of the issues you might face that would indicate testing is right for you:

• Get cavities even with good dental hygiene
• Struggle with chronic bad breath
• Dealing with ongoing gum disease or inflammation
• Have a history of heart disease, diabetes, or autoimmune conditions
• Taking a proactive approach to your oral health

Who Should Consider Oral Biome Testing?

It is easy to say ‘everyone’ but there are some patients that are primary candidates for testing. Here are a couple of the issues you might face that would indicate testing is right for you:

• Get cavities even with good dental hygiene
• Struggle with chronic bad breath
• Dealing with ongoing gum disease or inflammation
• Have a history of heart disease, diabetes, or autoimmune conditions
• Taking a proactive approach to your oral health

Take Control of Your Oral Health

The process is very simple. You provide a simple saliva sample, quick and painless! The sample is analyzed for bacteria levels and types.  We go over the results together and customize a dental care plan for you.

Oral biome testing is a game-changer for preventive dentistry, and we’re excited to offer it in all of our offices. If you’re interested in learning more, make sure to ask about it on your next visit.