Microbial pathogens associated with proximal dental caries in the primary dentition and their association with periodontal disease in children

Background: Certain specific bacterial species from the subgingival biofilm have demonstrated etiological relevance in the initiation and progression of periodontitis. Among all the bacteria studied, three have shown the highest association with proximal caries and bone loss: Fusobacterium nucleatum...

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Main Author: Adel S Alagl
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2016-01-01
Series:Saudi Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.sjmms.net/article.asp?issn=1658-631X;year=2016;volume=4;issue=2;spage=98;epage=103;aulast=Alagl