Scientists are uncovering a surprising way to influence bacteria—not by killing them, but by changing how they communicate.

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Researchers report that elevated levels of the oral bacteria Fusobacterium nucleatum may be linked with greater disability in people with MS.

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Delayed recognition of severe dental diseases contributed to diagnostic uncertainty, rapid sepsis progression, and heart ...

The mouth provides a hospitable environment for many microorganisms. It is warm, nutrient-rich, continuously bathed with saliva, and has a pH of between 6.75 and 7.25. Hence the oral cavity is home to ...

Thanks to a novel tool that detects bacteria in saliva using SHERLOCK, the evolution of CRISPR, you may soon be able to leave the dentist after a checkup with more comprehensive information about the ...

New research suggests gum disease prevention may rely on disrupting bacterial communication instead of killing microbes, ...

New research led by New York scientists reveals that oral health doesn’t just protect your teeth—it may play a critical role ...

Poor oral health isn’t just a dental concern. Research shows gum disease can trigger inflammation that raises stroke risk, ...

A research by PGIMER professor has found that prolonged use of smokeless tobacco may trigger specific changes in the mouth’s ...