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A human model of the aerodigestive tract. Photo: Feran
Published Apr. 27, 2015 3:51 PM

The oral cavity is a port of entry to the digestive and respiratory tracts, forming part of the aerodigestive tract. Different sites in the aerodigestive tract are characterized by specific microbiomes, which despite differences in composition, share several of the same microbial inhabitants. Among these, are microorganisms with relevance to oral and respiratory health and disease.