Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 6 - Microbial Nutrition and Growth - Clinical Case Study: Cavities Gone WIld - Questions - Page 174: 4

Answer

Brushing prevents the formation of layers of bacteria and hence prevents formation of biofilms. The bristles of the brush mechanically remove the layers of bacteria, hence disrupting them.

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