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Scientists Target Gum Disease by Disrupting Bacterial ‘Conversations’

Researchers say enzymes that interrupt chemical signaling in dental plaque can shift oral bacteria toward healthier communities, offering a potential alternative to simply killing microbes outright.

Key Takeaways

Researchers found that disrupting AHL chemical signals in dental plaque can favor healthier bacteria.
The work suggests oral microbes above and below the gumline may be linked by shared signaling.

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via sciencedaily.com

Tiny Mouth Patch Detects Gum Disease Before Symptoms Appear

Texas A&M researchers developed a wearable oral biosensor using graphene-MXene technology that can detect inflammation at the femtogram level, catching gum disease long before visible damage occurs.

Key Takeaways

The graphene-MXene biosensor detects TNF-alpha inflammation markers at concentrations as low as 18.2 femtograms per milliliter
Developed by a multi-university team led by Texas A&M, with collaborators at Michigan State and the University of Michigan

DT Editorial Team·Feb 14, 2026·2 min read·via medicalxpress.com