A review and new perspective on oral bacteriophages: manifestations in the ecology of oral diseases
Xinyu Guo,
Xiaowan Wang,
Jia Shi
et al.
Abstract:Objective
To explore the manifestations of bacteriophages in different oral disease ecologies, including periodontal diseases, dental caries, endodontic infections, and oral cancer, as well as to propel phage therapy for safer and more effective clinical application in the field of dentistry.
Methods
In this literature review, we outlined interactions between bacteriophages, bacteria and even oral cells in the oral ecosystem, especially in disease states. We also analyz… Show more
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