The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial ...

Sugar-loving mouth bacteria create acids that damage teeth, but arginine can help fight back. In a clinical trial, ...

Dental plaque is a complex microbial biofilm, not just food debris. The shift from oral health to disease is caused by changes in the balance of plaque’s microbial community, not just the presence of ...

One of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet is closer than you think - right inside your mouth. Your mouth is a thriving ecosystem of more than 500 different species of bacteria living in ...

A buildup of dental plaque breaks down tooth enamel, leading to tooth decay, gum disease and other oral health conditions. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Table 3. Regression analysis for triclosan susceptibility in supragingival plaque samples obtained over 19 years ...

All living organisms adapt in order to survive, and bacteria are no exception. Over many decades, some bacteria have ...