Oral Bacteria on the Tooth Surface

question 27

Multiple Choice

Oral bacteria on the tooth surface

• A)develop a biofilm.
• B) use fimbriae and slime layers to adhere.
• C)metabolize sucrose, produce sticky glucans, and form plaque.
• D) All of the above are correct.

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