Metagenomic analysis of the salivary microbiota in patients with caries, periodontitis and comorbid diseases

Abstract

We disclosed the significant differences in the salivary bacterial community under caries, periodontitis and comorbid diseases. The periodontitis group was marked by the increased complexity of the salivary microbiota. The result may have vital clinical significance to the screening and early treatment of caries-active and periodontitis-active individuals.