Science Daily May 08, 2026 • 09:29

Scientists discover a new way to prevent gum disease without killing good bacteria - ScienceDaily

Scientists have uncovered a surprising way to influence the bacteria living in our mouths — not by killing them, but by interrupting how they “talk” to each other. Researchers found that dental plaque bacteria use chemical signals to coordinate growth, and by…

Bacteria are constantly evolving to survive. One major consequence is that many harmful microbes are becoming resistant to antibiotics and disinfectants, creating serious challenges for medicine and … [+4129 chars]

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Scientists discover a new way to prevent gum disease without killing good bacteria - ScienceDaily

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