Porphyromonas Gingivalis and Gum Disease: Difference between revisions

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[[Image:PHIL_22882_lores.jpg|thumb|300px|right|This illustration depicts a three-dimensional (3D), computer-generated image, of a group of Gram-positive, Streptococcus agalactiae (group B Streptococcus) bacteria. The photo credit for this image belongs to Alissa Eckert, who is a medical illustrator at the [http://www.cdc.gov/ CDC].]]
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<br>By Babiker Higazi<b>
<br>By Babiker Higazi<b>
<br>To the average person, "PG" may just refer to a suitable movie to watch with the family. However, for local periodontists, the acronym could elicit a sense of dread. This is because Porphyromonas gingivalis (or "PG") is a that is a leading cause of gum disease worldwide. Porphyromonas gingivalis is an anaerobic, gram-negative bacterium Recently, it has even been linked to Alzheimer's disease in the field of neuroscience. To gain a better understanding of this bacterium, let's explore its journey from the oral microbiota to the brain. ".<br><br>The insertion code consists of:
<br>To the average person, PG may simply be an abbreviation for a family-friendly movie. However, for local periodontists, PG can trigger a sense of unease. This is because Porphyromonas gingivalis, commonly known as PG, is a leading cause of gum disease worldwide. Gum disease or periodontal disease is often the result of infections in the gums and bones that support teeth. Along with tooth decay, it poses one of the most significant threats to dental health. According to a recent report, around 47% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of periodontal disease, which is more commonly found in men and people living below the federal poverty line. P. gingivalis is an anaerobic, gram-negative bacterium that has even been linked to Alzheimer's disease in world of neuroscience. To better understand this bacterium, let's trace its journey from the oral microbiota to the brain.".<br><br>The insertion code consists of:
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This illustration depicts a three-dimensional (3D), computer-generated image, of a group of Gram-positive, Streptococcus agalactiae (group B Streptococcus) bacteria. The photo credit for this image belongs to Alissa Eckert, who is a medical illustrator at the CDC.


By Babiker Higazi
To the average person, PG may simply be an abbreviation for a family-friendly movie. However, for local periodontists, PG can trigger a sense of unease. This is because Porphyromonas gingivalis, commonly known as PG, is a leading cause of gum disease worldwide. Gum disease or periodontal disease is often the result of infections in the gums and bones that support teeth. Along with tooth decay, it poses one of the most significant threats to dental health. According to a recent report, around 47% of adults over the age of 30 have some form of periodontal disease, which is more commonly found in men and people living below the federal poverty line. P. gingivalis is an anaerobic, gram-negative bacterium that has even been linked to Alzheimer's disease in world of neuroscience. To better understand this bacterium, let's trace its journey from the oral microbiota to the brain.".

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Authored for BIOL 238 Microbiology, taught by Joan Slonczewski, 2023, Kenyon College