Dental Plaque adheres to tooth surface by________________?

Correct answer: A. Dextran

  • A. Dextran
  • B. Epithelial cells
  • C. Bacteria
  • D. Sucrose

Explanation

Streptococcal plaque bacteria produce dextran from dietary sucrose, and this sticky polysaccharide helps the plaque adhere to the tooth surface. Sucrose is the substrate, not the adhesive itself.

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