Nutrition, the Oral Microbiota and Whole-Body Health: Understanding How the Mouth Influences the Rest of the Body
December 1, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Speaker:
Vanessa Houde, PhD - (Faculty of Dental Medicine, Université Laval). Researcher with the Oral Ecology Research Group (GREB) and the NUTRISS Centre.
Webinar description:
The mouth is home to a complex microbial ecosystem whose balance is strongly influenced by dietary habits. Through practical examples drawn from research on the interactions among nutrition, the oral microbiota, and inflammation, this webinar will highlight the often-overlooked role of oral health in maintaining systemic health.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the webinar participants will be able to:
- Describe the connections between oral health and systemic health, particularly in the context of chronic diseases and inflammation.
- Explain how dietary habits influence the oral microbiota and contribute to maintaining a balanced oral ecosystem.
- Discuss the role of the oral microbiota as a potential link between nutrition, inflammation, and systemic health.
Moderator: To be confirmed
About the Speaker:
Vanessa Houde - is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Dental Medicine at Université Laval. A researcher with the Oral Ecology Research Group (GREB) and the NUTRISS Centre, her work focuses on the relationships between nutrition, the oral microbiome, and systemic health. Trained in microbiology, oral microbiology, and molecular medicine, she teaches microbiology, the oral microbiome, cell biology, and infection prevention and control.
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