Polymicrobial Interactions of Oral Microbiota: a Historical Review and Current Perspective

ABSTRACT The oral microbiota is enormously diverse, with over 700 microbial species identified across individuals that play a vital role in the health of our mouth and our overall well-being. In addition, as oral diseases such as caries (cavities) and periodontitis (gum disease) are mediated through...

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Main Authors: Mengshi Zhang, Marvin Whiteley, Gina R. Lewin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: American Society for Microbiology 2022-06-01
Series:mBio
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Online Access:https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/mbio.00235-22