Scientists have found that a common oral bacterium known as the causative agent of tooth decay can affect the brain and ...

Scientists have uncovered a connection between oral health and brain health. New research suggests that a common ...

A recent study discovered a link between Type 2 diabetes and a higher risk of dental caries, indicating how increased levels ...

Got cavities? Blame Streptococcus mutans, a bacterium found in the mouth that produces acids strong enough to dissolve tooth enamel, allowing the microbe to bore into teeth and cause decay. Now, ...

Scientists are increasingly convinced that what happens in the mouth does not stay in the mouth. A growing body of research ...

In recent years, the adherence of microorganisms to surfaces or coatings has created major health risks to humans. Among these, microbial attachment and growth on surgical suture lines accounts for ...