Bacterial biofilm and dentistry

J Calif Dent Assoc. 2001 May;29(5):355-60.

Abstract

Bacterial biofilms are ubiquitous in nature. Recent studies have demonstrated many unique qualities previously unknown to bacteria and have yielded new insights into relevant dental issues.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Bacterial Physiological Phenomena
  • Biofilms* / classification
  • Biofilms* / growth & development
  • Cross Infection / microbiology
  • Dental Equipment / microbiology
  • Dental Plaque / microbiology
  • Dentistry*
  • Equipment Contamination / prevention & control
  • Humans
  • Prosthesis-Related Infections / microbiology
  • Water Microbiology