Combating antibiotic resistance

Article Abstract:

An alarming increase in drug-resistant bacterial infections due to the widespread use of antibiotics by health professions and the livestock industry is discussed. Dental practitioners as health care providers should use antibacterial drugs in an appropriate manner, which will extend the efficacy of the drug that, forms the treatment for many infectious diseases.

Drug therapy, Communicable diseases, Drug resistance in microorganisms, Microbial drug resistance, Dosage and administration

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Antibacterial properties of self-etching dental adhesive systems

Article Abstract:

The article examines the antibacterial properties of some self-etching dental adhesives that are used in dental bonding procedures. The antibacterial properties in adhesives can help in preventing caries resulting from bacterial microleakage.

Dental equipment and supplies, Dental Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Dental Adhesives, Methods, Usage, Prevention, Dental caries, Dental bonding, Properties, Dental glass ionomer cements

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'Smart' antimicrobial treatment developed

Article Abstract:

The development of a microbial treatment that can kill only Streptococcus mutans and not destroy nonpathogenic bacteria is discussed. The treatment is called 'SMART' or specifically targeted antimicrobial peptides.

Control, Streptococcus mutans, Microbiological research

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