Special Mouthwash Could Swish Away Tooth Decay

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New mouthwash targeting harmful bacteria may render tooth decay a thing of the past

C3 Jian, Inc.

Wenyuan Shi

Inside Science Buzzwords:

1. Streptococcus mutans - The bacteria that are mainly responsible for causing tooth decay and cavities.
2. Specifically Targeted Anti-Microbial Peptides (STAMP) - A new anti-microbial mouthwash that eliminates only the harmful streptococcus mutans bacteria while remaining on the teeth to keep fighting bacterial growth.
3. Targeted Antimicrobial Therapy - A therapeutic approach that targets the cause of infection and prevents the growth of specific bacteria.