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Can poor oral hygiene lead to autoimmune diseases?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you may be aware, the oral cavity serves as an entry point to the digestive and respiratory systems. Any changes or disturbances in the oral microbiota can potentially affect overall health. Studies have reported that over 700 different microbial species have been found in the oral cavity, of which less than half have been cultivated. Around 250 of them have been studied and named.

October 27, 2025

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