Breastmilk influences development and composition of the oral microbiome
Catherine A. Butler, Geoffrey G. Adams, Jordan Blum, Samantha Byrne, Lauren Carpenter, Mark Gussy, Hanny Calache, Deanne V. Catmull, Eric C. Reynolds, Stuart G. Dashper
Abstract
Background: Human microbiomes assemble in an ordered, reproducible manner yet there is limited information about early colonisation and development of bacterial communities that constitute the oral microbiome. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of exposure to breastmilk on assembly of the infant oral microbiome during the first 20 months of life. Methods: genes. Results: phylum compared with breastfed infants. Conclusion: group. The microbiomes of both groups became more heterogenous following the introduction of solid foods.
Topics & Concepts
MicrobiomeOral MicrobiomeComposition (language)MedicineEnvironmental healthBiologyBioinformaticsPhilosophyLinguisticsInfant Nutrition and HealthOral microbiology and periodontitis researchDental Health and Care Utilization