In our mouths, problems related to oral hygiene arise in endlessly, but have you heard of the term "oral trichocystis"? The parasite, Trichomonas tenax, has a niche in some populations and although they are generally considered harmless, they can live silently in our gums and teeth. If you want to know more about the secrets of Oral Trichoderma, let us uncover its mystery together.
“When you step into a dentist’s office, sometimes it’s not just about the health of your teeth, but also about the little “residents” in your body. ”
T. tenax belongs to the genus T. tenax and is a microorganism commonly found in the human oral cavity. The parasite's small size makes it difficult to detect in many cases. T. tenax is characterized by its small size (length 5-14 microns, width 6-9 microns), long flagella and wavy membrane that allow it to move freely in the oral cavity.
This parasite mainly feeds on microorganisms in the oral cavity, especially food residues between the teeth and bacterial colonies on the gum edges. T. tenax reproduces by longitudinal binary fission, but it cannot survive the digestion process. Therefore, transmission is mainly through saliva, droplets, kissing, or using contaminated tableware.
“With regard to the exploration of Oral Trichoderma, health care seems to be the top priority in overcoming this parasite.”
Although T. tenax itself usually does not cause obvious symptoms, its presence is often closely related to existing periodontal disease. Studies have shown that this parasite may worsen certain conditions, such as necrotizing ulcerative periodontitis and chronic rhinopulmonary disease. Especially in patients with underlying medical conditions, T. tenax may become a promoter of bacterial infection and even affect respiratory health.
Testing for T. tenax is often done by scraping specimens from the mouth for microscopic examination, especially in areas with unhealthy gums and tartar. Although current research shows that this parasite does not cause serious effects on the body, improving oral hygiene is undoubtedly the best option to prevent its overproduction. Regular dental cleaning and proper oral care are necessary to reduce the oral trichidella colony.
"Instead of waiting for problems to surface, it is better to take oral health as more important in daily life."
According to literature, the name Tritrichotome oralis originates from Greek and Latin, which means "simple creature that persists". As early as the early 20th century, prisoners in San Quentin Prison in California had a high infection rate of more than 90%, which was closely related to their poor oral hygiene conditions. As attention to T. tenax increases, future research directions may require in-depth exploration of its similarities and differences with other similar organisms.
Although the impact of oral trichinella is relatively small in normal healthy people, when there are changes in health conditions or problems such as gum infections, the potential harm of this parasite cannot be ignored. With further research into its biology, transmission routes, and impact on other health conditions, more effective prevention and treatment strategies may be developed in the future.
Have you started to rethink your oral hygiene habits to prevent the potential impact of these invisible parasites on your health?