Worldwide, one of the most common diseases in the human oral cavity besides caries is gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) and periodontitis (inflammation and ultimately destruction of the periodontium) Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans is a germ that occurs in the oral cavity of healthy or sick people and other mammals. It is usually only abbreviated as A. … Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans
obsolete: Actinomyces actinomycetemcomitansOur oral cavity is a collection point for many different bacteria and germs. Despite daily dental care and the use of mouthwashes, there are about 500 different types of bacteria in the mouth. One of the best known is streptococci, which convert carbohydrates from food into lactic acid that attacks our teeth. This … Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
Consequences If the bacterium Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is present in the oral flora, gingivitis or periodontitis need not necessarily occur. The bacteria accumulate in the plaque (dental plaque) on the teeth. The plaque consists not only of Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, but also of many different pathogens that begin to metabolize the products available from food. If the … Consequences | Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
Summary As complicated as its name may sound, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans is an important and not to be underestimated bacterium in dentistry, which can cause major problems with teeth and gums in many people. With proper dental care and regular check-ups at the dentist, the risk of contracting the bacterium can be significantly reduced and periodontitis … Summary | Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans
