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Silencing Bacterial 'Chatter' in Your Mouth May Help Prevent Tooth Decay


New research shows that 'hacking' the communication channels between microbes in the mouth could boost levels of beneficial bacteria – a strategy that could potentially reduce the risk of tooth decay and improve oral hygiene.

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