05/12/2025
🎯In this study, it was observed that certain oral bacteria exhibit distinct characteristics in Kazakhstani adolescents with and without dental caries. Specific species, such as Neisseria and Prevotella, demonstrate the adaptation of their metabolic strategies to thrive under acidic and stressful conditions. However, these metabolic changes consequently render the oral environment more vulnerable to dental caries. The findings underscore the importance of maintaining a delicate balance between the microbiota and metabolism to promote better dental health in young individuals.
🔗https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-7757-2025-0476