Marsh and Martin's Oral Microbiology
- 7th Edition - January 21, 2026
- Latest edition
- Authors: Philip D. Marsh, Michael A.O. Lewis, David Williams, Melanie Wilson, Egija Zaura
- Language: English
Now completely up to date and featuring a new international author team, Marsh and Martin's Oral Microbiology, 7th Edition, remains the microbiology reference of choice fo… Read more
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Now completely up to date and featuring a new international author team, Marsh and Martin's Oral Microbiology, 7th Edition, remains the microbiology reference of choice for undergraduate and postgraduate dental students, researchers and a wide range of clinical dental professionals. Using a unique ecological approach, this popular textbook describes the complex relationship between the resident oral microbiome and the host in health and disease, providing a clear set of principles to explain whether the microbiota will have a beneficial or an adverse relationship with the host at a particular site.
- Explores the biological and clinical significance of the oral microbiota in the form of a biofilm on dental and mucosal surfaces
- Emphasises current concepts on the aetiology of dental caries and periodontal diseases, and reflects upon the impact that the genomic era has had on the field
- Contains a new chapter describing traditional and contemporary (molecular) methods to determine the microbial composition and metabolic activity of the oral microbiome; expanded content on infection control in dentistry, including the impact of COVID-19; and in-depth chapters on the involvement of viruses, fungi and bacteria in orofacial infections and the role of oral microorganisms in systemic diseases
- Features a visually appealing, full-colour design and Key Points throughout that help make learning more focused and efficient
- Includes self-assessment questions in each chapter that allow you to monitor your progress and identify areas for further study
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Undergraduate and postgraduate dental students, research workers, and a wide range of clinical dental professionals preparing for a number of postgraduate examinations
1. Introduction
2. The mouth as a microbial habitat
3. The resident oral microbiota
4. Distribution, development and benefits of the oral microbiota
5. Dental plaque
6. Plaque-mediated diseases: Dental caries and periodontal diseases
7. Orofacial bacterial infections
8. Oral fungal infections
9. Orofacial viral infections
10. Antimicrobial agents
11. Oral microbiota and systemic disease
12. Infection control Multiple choice answers
2. The mouth as a microbial habitat
3. The resident oral microbiota
4. Distribution, development and benefits of the oral microbiota
5. Dental plaque
6. Plaque-mediated diseases: Dental caries and periodontal diseases
7. Orofacial bacterial infections
8. Oral fungal infections
9. Orofacial viral infections
10. Antimicrobial agents
11. Oral microbiota and systemic disease
12. Infection control Multiple choice answers
- Edition: 7
- Latest edition
- Published: January 21, 2026
- Language: English
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Philip D. Marsh
Affiliations and expertise
Chief Scientific Leader, Public Health England, Salisbury, UK; Professor of Oral Microbiology, Leeds School of Dentistry, University of Leeds, UKML
Michael A.O. Lewis
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Oral Medicine and Dean, School of Dentistry, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University, Heath Park, Cardiff, Wales, UKDW
David Williams
Dr. Williams currently leads the Oral Microbiology Group based at the School of Dentistry, at Cardiff University, Cardiff, UK. Since Dr. Williams’ first degree (Cardiff University), he has worked in the pharmaceutical industry, food microbiology and as an academic researcher. Having completed a PhD at the School of Dentistry in Cardiff on the immunopathogenesis of oral candidosis, Dr. Williams’ research has continued within Cardiff University and primarily focuses within the field of Clinical Microbiology with an emphasis on studies involving microbial biofilms. Dr. Williams’ research encompasses investigating biofilm susceptibility to antimicrobial agents, expression of virulence factors such as hydrolytic enzyme production, adhesion, and microbial modulation of innate immune responses. Of particular interest has been research into the development of biomaterials (e.g. silicone rubber, acrylic, titanium) to inhibit biofilm formation on medical devices. Dr. Williams is a previous recipient of the Senior Colgate Award (British Society for Oral and Dental Research) and the International Hatton Award (The International Association for Dental Research).
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Oral Microbiology, School of Dentistry, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University, Heath Park, Cardiff, Wales, UKMW
Melanie Wilson
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Oral Microbiology, School of Dentistry,College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University, Heath Park, Cardiff, Wales, UKEZ
Egija Zaura
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Oral Microbial Ecology, Chair of Preventive Dentistry, Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA)