Antibiotics have saved countless lives – but they are not a cure-all. Their use comes with side effects, and more and more bacteria are developing resistance. In this article, you'll...
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Many toothpastes and mouthwashes promise to "kill 99% of all bacteria." Sounds good—but it isn't necessarily true. Your mouth is an ecosystem, and killing everything also destroys what protects it....
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Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis) is a tiny but powerful bacterium. It lives in dental plaque and is considered a keystone pathogen – a major player that can disrupt the entire...
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Have you ever thought about what's teeming on your teeth? Plaque, also known as dental biofilm, is much more than just a bit of dirt. It's a living biofilm –...
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Millions of bacteria live in your mouth – and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Some of them are true "bodyguards" for your oral health, while others can promote inflammation...
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