Biofilms in Dermatology

Conclusion

Biofilms are known to be ubiquitous in nature and modern medical technology continues to unveil their role in an evergrowing number of disease processes. In the field of dermatology, biofilms appear to be taking center stage, and their presence likely explains the chronic nature of many cutaneous disorders. It is expected that further knowledge regarding the molecular mechanisms that govern biofilm formation, their virulence, and drug resistance will vastly improve the limited therapeutic options currently available to today's clinician.