Scientists have found that a common oral bacterium known as the causative agent of tooth decay can affect the brain and ...

Scientists have uncovered a connection between oral health and brain health. New research suggests that a common ...

Got cavities? Blame Streptococcus mutans, a bacterium found in the mouth that produces acids strong enough to dissolve tooth enamel, allowing the microbe to bore into teeth and cause decay. Now, ...

Scientists are increasingly convinced that what happens in the mouth does not stay in the mouth. A growing body of research ...

In recent years, the adherence of microorganisms to surfaces or coatings has created major health risks to humans. Among these, microbial attachment and growth on surgical suture lines accounts for ...

A common mouth and gut bacteria may be linked to a higher risk of stroke, found a new study. The findings may pave the way for rapid tests to calculate stroke risk alongside preventative measures. The ...