Abstract
This chapter introduces the student to oral microbiology. Dental plaque is a
known common denominator for caries and periodontal diseases. The colonization of
plaque is an important concept. The microbial basis of caries is discussed in this
chapter along with gingivitis, periodontics, periimplantitis, and cellulitis.
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Namita Kalra, Rishi Tyagi, Khadeeja Kulood ;Dental Microbiology, Handbook for Dental Chair Side Assistants Part 1 (2023) 1: 56. https://doi.org/10.2174/9789815049695123010005
DOI https://doi.org/10.2174/9789815049695123010005 |
Publisher Name Bentham Science Publisher |