Alterations of oral microbiota in young children with autism: Unraveling potential biomarkers for early detection.

Objectives: This study investigated the oral microbiota in young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to determine possible alterations in microbial composition and identify potential biomarkers for early detection.

Methods: Dental plaque samples from 25 children with ASD (aged 3-6 years; M = 4.79, SD = 0.