L9.Caries Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 virulence factors of S. mutans?
A
- Sugar transport
- Acid production
- Aciduricity
- EPS production
- IPS production
2
Q
What are the 4 types of Mutans Streptococci?
A
- S. mutans
- S. sobrinus
- S. rattus
- S. cricetus
3
Q
The bacteria Actinomyces viscosus is Strongly associated with what type of caries (location)?
A
Actinomyces viscosus is strongly correlated with root surface caries
4
Q
What scientist gave a very accurate description of the cause of dental caries in 1890?
A
W.D. Miller