Biofilm-Associated Oral Diseases: Advances in Diagnosis and Challenges in Treatment
A special issue of Antibiotics (ISSN 2079-6382). This special issue belongs to the section "Antibiofilm Strategies".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 3306
Special Issue Editors
Interests: oral microbiology; antimicrobials; microbial ecology; oral biofilms; pharmaceutical sciences
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Oral diseases represent a significant global health challenge, affecting billions worldwide and imposing a profound impact on overall health, quality of life, and the economy. Central to the development and persistence of many oral diseases is the role of biofilms, the complex microbial communities that adhere to surfaces in the oral cavity and exhibit increased resistance to conventional treatments. These resilient biofilms are key contributors to a spectrum of oral conditions, including dental caries, periodontal diseases, peri-implant infections, and endodontic lesions. Furthermore, the intricate interplay between biofilms and host factors plays a critical role in disease pathogenesis and progression.
This Special Issue, Biofilm-Associated Oral Diseases: Advances in Diagnosis and Challenges in Treatment, seeks to advance our understanding of the mechanisms underlying biofilm-associated oral diseases and to explore innovative diagnostic and therapeutic strategies to overcome current challenges. This Special Issue aims to cover recent advancements in
- The role of host–biofilm interactions in disease progression and resolution.
- The molecular and ecological dynamics of oral biofilms.
- Novel antimicrobial strategies to combat biofilm resilience.
- Personalized treatment approaches based on microbial profiling.
We welcome contributions that address the multifaceted nature of oral biofilms, including original research, clinical studies, reviews, and case reports. By integrating scientific and clinical perspectives, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive resource for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers dedicated to mitigating the burden of biofilm-associated oral diseases.
Together, let us advance the field of oral health by addressing the persistent challenges posed by biofilm-related diseases through innovative, evidence-based solutions.
Dr. Naiera Zayed
Dr. Cher Farrugia
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- oral diseases
- oral biofilms
- host–biofilm interactions
- novel antimicrobial strategies
- molecular dynamics
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