👉 Dermatorrhea is a term used in the study of dental caries, which refers to the process by which teeth become infected and eventually decay. This condition occurs when bacteria, known as "carpenter's bacilli" or "dermatoglyphic bacteria," enter the tooth pulp and establish a foundation for further decay. The term derives from the Latin word "dermatorrhea," which refers to the disease of the skin caused by infection with dermatoglyphic bacteria
