Oral Health: Microbial Dynamics and Antibiotic Stewardship
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Microbiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 26 February 2026 | Viewed by 25
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The role of bacterial, viral, and fungal commensals and pathogens in oral health and diseases, together with their genetic, biochemical, and ecological characteristics, represents a deeply interesting scientific area. Investigations into the oral microbial dynamics related to physiology, pathophysiology, and pathology processes can contribute to a better understanding of emerging trends in oral health and in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) development. By exploring these dynamics, this Special Issue will offer evidence-based practices in antibiotic rational use and antibiotic stewardship regarding oral health. Through sharing insights and results, we aim to provide a deeper understanding of the microbial flora in the oral cavity, the mechanisms behind microbial interactions, and their relationships with oral diseases, such as dental caries, periodontal disease, oral infections, and other pathologies of the oral cavity. The oral microbiota has been linked to the development of systemic diseases, cancer, and dementia. We welcome the discussion of optimal oral health care practices that balance effective infection management with the minimization of antibiotic resistance, ensuring better patient outcomes in both dental and broader health care contexts. Addressing appropriate antibiotic use in dentistry and general medicine can aid in preventing the development and spread of resistant organisms. This Special Issue will provide an interdisciplinary platform for the exploration of oral health issues, with a focus on oral microbial dynamics and the rational use of antibiotics in dental care.
The scope of this Special Issue includes original research articles, case studies, systemic reviews, and clinical guidelines related to microbial ecology in the oral cavity, infection control practices, diagnostic technologies, and antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and strategies. Contributions may explore topics such as the molecular mechanisms behind microbial pathogenesis and the impact of antibiotics, other therapies and treatments, and different circumstances on the oral microbiota, as well as strategies for managing antimicrobial stewardship through targeted, evidence-based approaches.
Dr. Kristina Peroš
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- oral health
- oral microbiota
- microbial dynamics
- antibiotic stewardship
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