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biofilm, n a very thin layer of microscopic organisms that covers the surface of an object. biofilm, bacterial plaque, n a thick grouping of microorganisms that are very resistant to antibiotics and antimicrobial agents and that live on gingival tissues, teeth, and restorations, causing caries and periodontal disease; also known as bacterial plaque biofilm. biofilm, dental, n See biofilm, bacterial plaque. biofilm, plaque, n See plaque. biofilm, waterline, n a microbial growth that adheres to the waterlines used in dental procedures. Poses a serious risk for immunocompromised individuals. |
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This may be of notable consequence because menhaden filter enormous volumes of sediment and plankton to derive nutrition (7), and aquatic mycobacteria have an affinity for growing on particles, biofilms and sediments, and to be incorporated into amoebae, algae, and other microorganisms (8,9). Offering the chance to research, say, microbial biofilms, provides Oakton another way to attract and educate students. Previously, she has worked on the testing of the efficacy of KSL-W (an antimicrobial peptide) against oral biofilms. |
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