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What is Live Saliva Screening?
Using phase-contrast microscopy, we observe a live sample of your saliva right in the office. This non-invasive method allows us to see the activity and balance of your oral microbiome in real time, revealing insights that standard dental exams often miss.
Why Saliva Matters
Saliva is more than just a lubricant for your mouth—it’s a dynamic ecosystem of bacteria, yeast, and other microbes that form your oral microbiome. When this balance is maintained, these microorganisms play a vital role in supporting immunity, aiding digestion, and promoting overall health. However, when the oral microbiome becomes imbalanced, harmful microbes can take over, contributing to gum inflammation and periodontal disease, cavities and tooth decay, persistent bad breath, and even increasing the risk of systemic health issues linked to oral infections.
What the Microscope Reveals
With just a drop of saliva under a phase-contrast microscope, we can observe:
- Harmful bacteria linked to gum disease
- Fungal imbalances, such as Candida
- White blood cells signaling inflammation or infection
- Microbial movement showing how your immune system is responding
This live view allows us to identify issues early, understand their root causes, and create personalized treatment plans that are natural, effective, and preventative.
The Advantage of Salivary Microscopy
Unlike conventional tests that detect problems only after damage occurs, salivary microscopy provides an early, real-time snapshot of your oral health. With this approach, we can:
- Detect disease before symptoms appear
- Show you your own microbes live on screen for greater understanding
- Develop customized care plans using natural antimicrobial therapies
- Track progress with follow-up evaluations
See Your Oral Health in Action
At Luxe Dental Arts in Beaumont, TX, we empower you to see what’s happening in your mouth—live on screen. This insight helps you understand how your habits, diet, and overall health affect your oral microbiome. From there, we design a personalized, natural plan to support both your oral health and whole-body wellness.
It’s more than a dental exam—it’s a step toward true health.
Book your biological dental exam today and discover what your saliva has to say.
