Corynebacterium matruchotii, an integral part of the biofilm structure of dental plaque, exhibits this unusual fission process, creating dense networks that provide habitat for other bacteria. The scientists write that this threadlike bacterium grows by expanding from only one end, allowing it to form large, bushy structures within the plaque biofilm, a process called “tip extension.”
Studies using modern microscopy have provided insight into how these bacteria interact and proliferate in the oral microenvironment. Unlike other bacteria, the unique reproductive strategy of C. matruchotii may be a response to the “intense and competitive” nature of dental plaque.
The findings suggest that the growth patterns of C. matruchotii may influence the overall structure and health of the oral microbiome.
Source: Ferra
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