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What is classified as the most common dental disease related to dental plaque biofilm?
What is classified as the most common dental disease related to dental plaque biofilm?
Which classification of dental plaque biofilm is characterized by its activity in the presence of oxygen?
Which classification of dental plaque biofilm is characterized by its activity in the presence of oxygen?
Which of the following types of dental plaque is found in contact with hard tissue?
Which of the following types of dental plaque is found in contact with hard tissue?
What condition might occur if the treatment of periodontal disease fails?
What condition might occur if the treatment of periodontal disease fails?
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What is the primary interaction of sub-gingival plaque biofilm with biological tissues?
What is the primary interaction of sub-gingival plaque biofilm with biological tissues?
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How does anaerobic dental plaque biofilm differ in oxygen presence compared to aerobic biofilm?
How does anaerobic dental plaque biofilm differ in oxygen presence compared to aerobic biofilm?
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Which classification identifies dental plaque biofilm located at the gum line?
Which classification identifies dental plaque biofilm located at the gum line?
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What is the impact of improperly managed caries?
What is the impact of improperly managed caries?
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What is a defining characteristic of biofilm?
What is a defining characteristic of biofilm?
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During which phase does the extracellular slime layer begin to form in dental plaque biofilm development?
During which phase does the extracellular slime layer begin to form in dental plaque biofilm development?
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What is the first step in the formation of dental plaque biofilm?
What is the first step in the formation of dental plaque biofilm?
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What type of plaque is described as being attached to the soft tissue?
What type of plaque is described as being attached to the soft tissue?
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What happens during the 'mature biofilm' stage?
What happens during the 'mature biofilm' stage?
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What condition is necessary for biofilm formation to begin?
What condition is necessary for biofilm formation to begin?
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Which component is described as a 'glycoprotein matrix'?
Which component is described as a 'glycoprotein matrix'?
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What characterizes unaAttached plaque?
What characterizes unaAttached plaque?
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What occurs during the secondary colonization phase?
What occurs during the secondary colonization phase?
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What is the primary function of the pellicle formed on teeth?
What is the primary function of the pellicle formed on teeth?
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Which of the following bacteria is NOT classified as a primary colonizer of the tooth surface?
Which of the following bacteria is NOT classified as a primary colonizer of the tooth surface?
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What triggers the process of quorum sensing in bacterial communities?
What triggers the process of quorum sensing in bacterial communities?
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Which feature characterizes aerobic primary colonizers in the oral cavity?
Which feature characterizes aerobic primary colonizers in the oral cavity?
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What is the role of intercellular communication in bacterial colonies?
What is the role of intercellular communication in bacterial colonies?
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What does a fresh pellicle consist of on a tooth surface?
What does a fresh pellicle consist of on a tooth surface?
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How quickly can a pellicle form after cleaning the teeth?
How quickly can a pellicle form after cleaning the teeth?
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What type of bacteria is primarily involved in the initial colonization of teeth?
What type of bacteria is primarily involved in the initial colonization of teeth?
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Which process is described by the term 'quorum sensing'?
Which process is described by the term 'quorum sensing'?
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What mechanism do bacteria use to adhere to surfaces and to each other during initial colonization?
What mechanism do bacteria use to adhere to surfaces and to each other during initial colonization?
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Which bacteria are predominantly associated with periodontal disease?
Which bacteria are predominantly associated with periodontal disease?
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What defines the term 'virulence factors' in relation to bacteria?
What defines the term 'virulence factors' in relation to bacteria?
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Which of the following factors is NOT associated with bacterial virulence?
Which of the following factors is NOT associated with bacterial virulence?
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What is a primary challenge in the removal of dental plaque?
What is a primary challenge in the removal of dental plaque?
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Which bacteria is primarily linked to dental caries?
Which bacteria is primarily linked to dental caries?
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What is the primary purpose of bacteria detecting cell population density?
What is the primary purpose of bacteria detecting cell population density?
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What is formed by primary facultative colonizers that allows room for anaerobes?
What is formed by primary facultative colonizers that allows room for anaerobes?
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What structure in mature biofilms allows for self-survival of the bacteria?
What structure in mature biofilms allows for self-survival of the bacteria?
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Which component of biofilms serves as a protective barrier around bacterial colonies?
Which component of biofilms serves as a protective barrier around bacterial colonies?
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How do fluid channels benefit bacteria in a mature biofilm?
How do fluid channels benefit bacteria in a mature biofilm?
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What happens during a 'bacterial bloom'?
What happens during a 'bacterial bloom'?
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Which of the following best describes the role of chemical signals in biofilm communication?
Which of the following best describes the role of chemical signals in biofilm communication?
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What is the result of secondary colonizers attaching to primary colonizers?
What is the result of secondary colonizers attaching to primary colonizers?
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What environmental change triggers anaerobic bacteria's increased presence in biofilms?
What environmental change triggers anaerobic bacteria's increased presence in biofilms?
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What do spirochetes primarily contribute to in bacterial colonies?
What do spirochetes primarily contribute to in bacterial colonies?
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Study Notes
Dental Plaque Biofilm
- Dental plaque biofilm is the most common cause of dental diseases
- Biofilm is a collection of microorganisms embedded in a glycoprotein matrix, usually attached to a solid surface
- Biofilm formation begins when free-floating bacteria attach to a surface
- Initial attachment of bacteria to pellicle is a key event in biofilm formation
- Pellicle is a thin coating of salivary proteins that adheres to the tooth surface within hours of cleaning
- Pellicle protects the enamel from acid and acts like a double-sided adhesive tape for bacteria
- Early bacterial colonizers are aerobic and include Streptococcus sanguis, Streptococcus mutans, and Streptococcus salivarius
- These early colonizers can attach to surfaces and each other, activating different genes and mediating intercellular communication through quorum sensing
Quorum Sensing
- Quorum sensing is a cell-to-cell communication process used by bacteria to form biofilms
- It allows bacteria to detect changes in cell population density and respond by regulating gene expression
- This acclimates them to environmental challenges
Biofilm Development
- The initial colonization of the tooth's surface by bacteria is followed by secondary colonization, where bacteria attach to the primary colonizers
- The production of an extracellular slime layer protects bacterial colonies and allows them to thrive
- The extracellular slime layer acts as a protective barrier around the colony, allowing for self-survival and fluid channels
- Fluid channels penetrate the slime layer and provide nutrients, oxygen, movement of metabolites, waste products, and enzymes
- They also act as a communication system for chemical signals
Biofilm Composition
- The bacterial makeup of biofilm changes as it matures; anaerobic bacteria, such as Porphyromonas gingivalis, Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, Treponema denticola, and Fusobacterium nucleatum become increasingly prevalent.
Key Factors in Dental Plaque Formation & Removal
- Physical plaque removal, achieved through friction, is an effective way to disrupt the biofilm structure
- Mouthwash is not a viable solution to removing dental plaque
- The virulence factors of bacteria aid in the colonization, invasion, and damage of tissue, leading to dental diseases
- Bacteria associated with periodontal disease include Porphyromonas gingivalis, AggregaFbacter acFnomycemcomitans, and Treponema denFcola
- Bacteria associated with caries include Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacilli
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This quiz explores the concepts of dental plaque biofilm and quorum sensing in bacteria. Learn how biofilm formation begins and the role of key bacterial colonizers. Understand the importance of these processes in dental health and microbial communication.
