Distribution and molecular characterisation of Lactobacilli in the oral cavity of children

Conclusions: The present study, suggested that the occurrence of the species of Lactobacillus changes with the age of the individual, but L. rhamnosus (20.54%) and L. acidophilus (18.21%) were abundantly found in age group of 3-12 yr which could be the possible causative agent of dental caries formation in the children of Central India.
Source: Indian Journal of Dental Research - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research