Dental Material Bacteria Growth

There are several types of bacteria and viruses that can grow on dental material that has not been properly cleaned by the dental care team (Ibrahim et al., 2020). These include Streptococcus mutans, which is a type of bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum disease, and Candida albicans, which is a type of fungus that can cause oral thrush. The environment that encourages the growth of these organisms is one that is warm, moist, and contains nutrients such as food particles and plaque. If dental material is not properly cleaned and sterilized, these conditions can be present, allowing bacteria and viruses to grow and reproduce rapidly. The harmful effects of these organisms can be significant. Tooth decay and gum disease can lead to tooth loss and other oral health problems. Oral thrush can cause discomfort and difficulty swallowing. In addition, some types of bacteria and viruses that grow on dental material can potentially be transmitted to other people, leading to the spread of infection (Mitwalli et al., 2020). Cont…