Streptococcus mutans

Researchers Explore Synthetic Mucus as an Antibiotic Alternative

Antibiotic resistance presents a growing threat to global health, causing 23,000 deaths each year...

Pediatric Dentistry Should Focus on Caries Prevention

This February, dentistrytoday.com celebrates National Children’s Dental Health Month with news stories, interviews, and...

Northern Lichen May Fight Caries and Gum Disease

Researchers from Université Laval have isolated 6 compounds with antibacterial properties that may potentially...

Implant Fights Infections With Reservoir Full of Antimicrobials

The bacterial and fungal pathogens that form biofilm on traditional dental implants pose a...

Lozenge Reduces Gingivitis During Pregnancy

Gingivitis is a common problem during pregnancy. Yet a double-blind, randomized study of 45...

Nanoparticles Break Up Plaque and Prevent Cavities

The decay-causing bacteria that live in dental plaque “hide” in a glue-like polymer scaffold....

Kids Acquire S Mutans from Outside of Their Families Too

Families share everything—including Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria most frequently associated with dental caries. Yet...

Tobacco Smoke Makes Oral Bacteria More Resilient

The mouth is home to more than 700 different bacteria species. Tobacco smoke, though,...

Bacteria Enlisted in Fight Against Cavities

Bacteria typically get the blame for causing tooth decay. But a previously unidentified strain...

Silver in Retainers Stops Streptococcus Mutans

Plaque accumulates around the rough surfaces of retainers, and enamel demineralization may follow. According...