What is the oral flora?
The oral cavity contains countless microorganisms that feel extremely comfortable in the moist and warm oral cavity environment. Besides various types of bacteria, these include fungi, yeasts, amoebae and flagellates. Oxygen-loving bacteria (aerobes), bacteria that can survive without oxygen (anaerobes) and those that can survive either with or without oxygen are found in enormous numbers in the plaque.
Normally, this mixture is in a balanced state in the oral cavity and thus represents the normal oral flora. It contains pathogenic and benign microorganisms that keep each other in check. However, if the balance is disturbed, it can lead to diseases.
Summary
Plaque is constantly being formed and contains, among other things, bacteria whose metabolic products attack both the enamel and the gums. Daily cleaning of the teeth with a toothbrush, toothpaste and dental floss is therefore necessary. Tartar can only be removed by the dentist.
