The organisms are most abundant in the mouth, and one member of the group, S. mutans, is the cause of dental caries in most cases and populations. S. sanguinis is also another potential …

The viridans streptococci, and in particular the species of the mitis and salivarius groups, are dominant members of the resident microbiota of the oral cavity and pharynx in all age groups. …

Nov 20, 2025 · The viridans group is responsible for the declining percentage of endocarditis compared to "enteric" streptococci such as S. gallolyticus subsp. gallolyticus and Enterococci, …

Jul 1, 2025 · Streptococcus viridans, a heterogeneous group of alpha-hemolytic streptococci, is part of the normal flora of the mouth and is usually responsible for dental caries and pericoronitis.

Viridans Group Streptococci (VGS) are nitrite-negative, biofilm-forming, gram-positive microorganisms. VGS are commonly dismissed as contaminants in standard urine culture …

Viridans streptococci, a group of commensal bacteria predominantly found in the human oral cavity, play a role in maintaining oral health. Despite their benign presence, these bacteria can …

The term “streptococcus viridans”, refers to five groups of Streptococci that include Streptococcus anginosus group, mitis group, sanguinis group, salivarius group, and finally the mutans group. …

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X3 active in vitro, but not clinically effective for Group A strep pharyngitis or infections due to E. faecalis X4 active in vitro, but not clinically effective for strep pneumonia

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