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Oral candidiasis. History, classification, and clinical presentation
1Department of Biologic and Diagnostic Sciences, College of Dentistry, University of Tennessee.
Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral Pathology
|August 1, 1994
Summary
Candida albicans is a common yeast found in healthy individuals. Oral candidiasis, a fungal infection, can indicate underlying health issues and is influenced by various predisposing factors.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Infectious Diseases
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Candida albicans is a widespread, dimorphic yeast with a long history.
- Its taxonomy was clarified in the 20th century.
- High oral carriage rates (nearly 50%) exist in healthy populations.