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Co-infection with Cbp+ Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans is associated with root caries in older adults.

Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Gingival recession increases with age, exposing root surfaces and raising susceptibility to root caries. As the global population ages, root caries prevalence is expected to rise, underscoring the need to better understand its risk factors. OBJECTIVE: and root caries in older adults with gingival recession, while characterizing the root plaque microbiome and evaluating multifactorial risk factors. DESIGN: spp., along with microbiome composition. Demographic, behavioral, biological, dental, and medical factors were also evaluated. RESULTS: in diseased root surfaces. Individuals with root caries were more likely to report xerostomia and less likely to use an electric toothbrush or floss daily. CONCLUSIONS: These findings highlight microbial and behavioral factors associated with root caries, offering insights into potential prevention and management strategies.
Source: PubMed
DOI: 10.1080/20002297.2026.2667029
Authors: Bruna Albuquerque Garcia, Louise Morais Dornelas-Figueira, C Katrak, Luiz Fernando Wurdig Roesch, Scott Lance Tomar, Grace Adams, Dayane Oliveira, Marcelle Matos Nascimento, Jacqueline Abranches
Institutions: University of Florida, Indiana University Indianapolis, Indiana University, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Illinois Chicago, University at Buffalo, State University of New York
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7160598715
FWCI: 13.68
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Cited by: 2
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