Near infrared photo-baegerialflora modulation technology (IMAGE)
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NIR-PAT² uses an antibody linked to a light-sensitive dye to find and bind only to P. gingivalis, the key bacterium that drives gum disease, and destroys it when exposed to near-infrared light. This targeted attack removes the harmful bacterium while leaving good bacteria untouched, helping restore a healthy balance in the oral microbiome.
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Kazuhide Sato et al., Journal of Translational Medicine, 2026. Volume 24, Journal of Translational Medicine, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0
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