Virulence modulation of Streptococcus mutans biofilms by metal ions released from orthodontic appliances.

Conclusion: The laboratory data presented here point to the possibility of virulence increase of S mutans by metal ions commonly released during orthodontic therapy.
PMID: 23586445 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: The Angle Orthodontist - April 15, 2013 Category: Dentistry Authors: Rymovicz AU, Ronsani MM, Grégio AM, Guariza-Filho OG, Tanaka O, Rosa EA Tags: Angle Orthod Source Type: research