Authors: Adriana L. Santos, José F. Siqueira, Isabela N. Rôças, Ederson C. Jesus, Alexandre S. Rosado, James M. Tiedje
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0028088
Abstract Summary
Researchers used advanced DNA sequencing to compare bacteria in acute versus chronic dental root canal infections. They identified 916 bacterial species across 13 phyla, revealing acute infections were significantly more diverse than chronic ones. Fusobacterium was much more prevalent in acute cases (89% vs 50%), with only 18% of species shared between infection types, highlighting distinct microbial communities driving each condition.
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Acute dental abscesses harbor more diverse bacteria than chronic infections, with Fusobacterium playing a key role. Advanced sequencing revealed 916 bacterial species, far exceeding previous estimates.
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