Microbial Biofilms

A biofilm is a complex aggregation of microorganisms growing on a solid substrate.  Biofilm communities can form on nearly any surface either in the body or on structures in the environment but have a dramatically reduced sensitivity to antibiotics. To learn more read indepth article by Mari-Lou Rowley on Professor Markus Haapasalo research “Battling Biofilms-Innovations in Endodontics” at www.dentistry.ubc.ca/features/biofilms