Oral candidiasis, commonly referred to as “thrush,” is an opportunistic fungal infection that
commonly affects the oral mucosa. The main causative agent, Candida albicans, is a highly …

In primary Sjögren syndrome (pSS), the function of the salivary glands is often considerably
reduced. Multiple innate immune pathways are likely dysregulated in the salivary gland …

Salivary glands produce and secrete saliva, which is essential for maintaining oral health
and overall health. Understanding both the unique structure and physiological function of …

Objectives Environmental surfaces have been suggested as likely contributors in the
transmission of COVID-19. This study assessed the infectivity of severe acute respiratory …

The detection of analytes in human saliva is an important task for real-life sensing device
applications, as well as a challenging issue due to its high viscosity and the presence of …

The oral microbiome is an emerging field that has been a topic of discussion since the
development of next generation sequencing and the implementation of the human …

Mucosal vaccines can effectively induce an immune response at the mucosal site and form
the first line of defense against microbial invasion. The induced mucosal immunity includes …

The significance of microbiology and immunology with regard to caries and periodontal
disease gained substantial clinical or research consideration in the mid 1960's. This …

Antioxidant nutraceuticals can be found in several dietary sources and have been utilized for
various medical benefits including health promotion, disease prevention, and support for …

The ability to perform effectively in the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) is one of the most
significant criteria in the selection of potential probiotic bacteria. Thus, the present study …