Prevotella buccae
Prevotella buccalis: A Keystone Player in Oral Health and Systemic Health
Description
Prevotella buccalis is a Gram-negative bacterium commonly found in the oral microbiome, residing on the surfaces of teeth, tongue, and other oral tissues. It is a pleomorphic, non-motile, anaerobic or facultatively anaerobic bacterium.
Associated Diseases
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Dental caries (cavities): Prevotella buccalis is often associated with the development of dental caries due to its ability to ferment various carbohydrates present in the oral cavity.
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Periodontal disease (gum disease): It is implicated in the progression of periodontal disease, particularly in cases of aggressive periodontitis.
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Endocarditis: Prevotella buccalis can translocate from the oral cavity to the blood circulation and cause endocarditis, an inflammation of the heart‘s inner lining.
Did you Know ?
Studies have shown that individuals with high levels of Prevotella buccalis in their oral microbiome have a 2-fold increased risk of developing dental caries.
