What is another word for Prevotella intermedia?
Pronunciation: [pɹɪvə͡ʊtˈɛləɹ ˌɪntəmˈiːdiːə] (IPA) 
Prevotella intermedia is a gram-negative anaerobic bacterium commonly found in the oral cavity. It is associated with periodontal diseases and infections. Some synonyms for Prevotella intermedia include: Bacteroides intermedia, Prevotella nigrescens, Prevotella intermedia/nigrescens, and Porphyromonas intermedia. These variations in nomenclature came about due to changes in the bacterial classification system. However, most studies refer to it as Prevotella intermedia. Understanding the synonyms for Prevotella intermedia is important as it helps identify the bacterium in various clinical and research settings.
