Streptococcus mutans
View article: Antibacterial activity of bromelain extracted from pineapple (Ananas comosus) against Streptococcus mutans
Antibacterial activity of bromelain extracted from pineapple (Ananas comosus) against Streptococcus mutans Open
Background: Dental caries remains one of the most prevalent oral diseases globally, primarily caused by the activity of Streptococcus mutans, a highly cariogenic bacterium capable of producing organic acids and forming robust dental biofil…
View article: Antibacterial activities of Dioscorea hispida & their scientific validation through disc diffusion assay
Antibacterial activities of Dioscorea hispida & their scientific validation through disc diffusion assay Open
The present study evaluated the antibacterial potential of Dioscorea hispida Dennst., tuber extracts using the disc diffusion assay against five pathogenic bacterial strains, Vibrio cholerae (MTCC 3906), Salmonella typhi (MTCC 1252), Shige…
View article: Antibacterial activities of Dioscorea hispida & their scientific validation through disc diffusion assay
Antibacterial activities of Dioscorea hispida & their scientific validation through disc diffusion assay Open
The present study evaluated the antibacterial potential of Dioscorea hispida Dennst., tuber extracts using the disc diffusion assay against five pathogenic bacterial strains, Vibrio cholerae (MTCC 3906), Salmonella typhi (MTCC 1252), Shige…
View article: Ex vivo evaluation of the antimicrobial properties, physical and mechanical characteristics, and cytotoxicity of orthodontic cement containing silibinin against Streptococcus mutans biofilm
Ex vivo evaluation of the antimicrobial properties, physical and mechanical characteristics, and cytotoxicity of orthodontic cement containing silibinin against Streptococcus mutans biofilm Open
View article: Lippia sidoides essential oil affects biofilm formation by Streptococcus spp. from bloodstream and oral cavity
Lippia sidoides essential oil affects biofilm formation by Streptococcus spp. from bloodstream and oral cavity Open
View article: Lippia sidoides essential oil affects biofilm formation by Streptococcus spp. from bloodstream and oral cavity
Lippia sidoides essential oil affects biofilm formation by Streptococcus spp. from bloodstream and oral cavity Open
View article: The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood
The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood Open
Background: Oral hygiene is assessed, among other things, by determining the accumulation of dental plaque. Plaque caused by bacteria erodes hard tooth tissue and causes caries. Dental caries is highly prevalent in early childhood. The WHO…
View article: The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood
The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood Open
Background: Oral hygiene is assessed, among other things, by determining the accumulation of dental plaque. Plaque caused by bacteria erodes hard tooth tissue and causes caries. Dental caries is highly prevalent in early childhood. The WHO…
View article: SALIVARY BIOMARKERS AS ESSENTIAL FACTOR IN TAILORED DENTAL HEALTH
SALIVARY BIOMARKERS AS ESSENTIAL FACTOR IN TAILORED DENTAL HEALTH Open
Resume. Dental caries (tooth decay) is a highly prevalent multifactorial infectious disease that afflicts a large proportion of the world’s population. Dental caries is caused by cariogenic microorganisms in the biofilm (dental plaque), wh…
View article: Anti-Cariogenic Effects of Streptococcus salivarius G7 on Streptococcus mutans: An In Vitro Study
Anti-Cariogenic Effects of Streptococcus salivarius G7 on Streptococcus mutans: An In Vitro Study Open
This study aimed to evaluate the anti-cariogenic potential of S. salivarius G7, a probiotic candidate. The antimicrobial activity of S. salivarius G7 against S. mutans was evaluated using a susceptibility assay, and it…
View article: SALIVARY BIOMARKERS AS ESSENTIAL FACTOR IN TAILORED DENTAL HEALTH
SALIVARY BIOMARKERS AS ESSENTIAL FACTOR IN TAILORED DENTAL HEALTH Open
Resume. Dental caries (tooth decay) is a highly prevalent multifactorial infectious disease that afflicts a large proportion of the world’s population. Dental caries is caused by cariogenic microorganisms in the biofilm (dental plaque), wh…
View article: Evaluation of Streptococcus mutans strains possessing genes encoding collagen-binding proteins in the Japanese population
Evaluation of Streptococcus mutans strains possessing genes encoding collagen-binding proteins in the Japanese population Open
Background Streptococcus mutans harbors collagen-binding protein genes, namely cnm and cbm , which are implicated in its virulence and pathogenicity in both oral and extraoral infections. Although both genes were initially identified in S.…
View article: Diet and nutrition key factors for oral microbiota composition: a systematic review
Diet and nutrition key factors for oral microbiota composition: a systematic review Open
Background: Diet and nutrition are essential in preserving oral health as they influence the microbiota balance and modulate inflammatory responses. The relationship between dietary patterns (DPs) and oral diseases such as caries and perio…
View article: Streptococcus spp. in oral cancer: host-microbe interactions, mechanistic insights, and diagnostic implications
Streptococcus spp. in oral cancer: host-microbe interactions, mechanistic insights, and diagnostic implications Open
Cancers of the oral cavity, particularly the widely prevalent oral squamous cell carcinoma, are associated with microbial dynamics within the oral niche. Among them, oral Streptococcus sp. – once neglected as a commensal habitat of the ora…
View article: Dari Konsep Satu Jenis Patogen S. mutans ke Interaksi Mikrobioma - Perubahan Paradigma untuk Metode Pencegahan ECC yang Lebih Efektif
Dari Konsep Satu Jenis Patogen S. mutans ke Interaksi Mikrobioma - Perubahan Paradigma untuk Metode Pencegahan ECC yang Lebih Efektif Open
Early childhood caries (ECC) remains a progressive and multifactorial oral health problem in children. For decades, Streptococcus mutans has been regarded as the primary pathogen due to its acidogenicity, aciduricity, and strong biofilm-fo…
View article: Differential Gene Expression of Porphyromonas gingivalis in the Presence or Absence of Xanthohumol and Curcumin in a Dynamic In Vitro Biofilm Model
Differential Gene Expression of Porphyromonas gingivalis in the Presence or Absence of Xanthohumol and Curcumin in a Dynamic In Vitro Biofilm Model Open
This study aimed to characterize the transcriptional response of Porphyromonas gingivalis biofilms to treatment with xanthohumol and curcumin. A validated dynamic in vitro biofilm model, based on microbial growth under flow and shear condi…
View article: The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood
The effect of alpha-amylase enzyme activity in the oral cavity on the incidence of dental caries in early childhood Open
Background: Oral hygiene is assessed, among other things, by determining the accumulation of dental plaque. Plaque caused by bacteria erodes hard tooth tissue and causes caries. Dental caries is highly prevalent in early childhood. The WHO…
View article: Histological investigation of the effects of chitosan and 3 different pulpotomy agents on rat dental pulps
Histological investigation of the effects of chitosan and 3 different pulpotomy agents on rat dental pulps Open
View article: Oral Manifestations in Children with Celiac Disease- Part II: Salivary Changes, Immunological Markers and their Correlation with Oral Health Status
Oral Manifestations in Children with Celiac Disease- Part II: Salivary Changes, Immunological Markers and their Correlation with Oral Health Status Open
Objectives: Celiac disease (CD) is a systemic autoimmune disorder associated with various oral manifestations, including dental enamel defects (DED). This study aimed to investigate the correlation between enamel defects, other oral health…
View article: Unveiling the In Vitro Antibiofilm Efficacy of Antifungal Lipopeptides Purified from <i>Bacillus</i> sp. against Mixed-Species Biofilms of <i>Candida</i>
Unveiling the In Vitro Antibiofilm Efficacy of Antifungal Lipopeptides Purified from <i>Bacillus</i> sp. against Mixed-Species Biofilms of <i>Candida</i> Open
View article: In vitro study on the bacteriostatic effect of Amoxicillin-loaded Nano-hydroxyapatite and its capability in occluding dentinal tubules
In vitro study on the bacteriostatic effect of Amoxicillin-loaded Nano-hydroxyapatite and its capability in occluding dentinal tubules Open
This study explores the potential of Carboxymethy Cellulose/Amoxicillin/Nano-Hydroxyapatite suspensions (CMC/AMX/nHA) for the treatment of dentin hypersensitivity, particularly in the context of periodontitis treatment. The CMC/AMX/nHA sus…
View article: Evaluation of eco-friendly copper oxide nanoparticles for anticancer activity and antibacterial effects against Streptococcus mutans using molecular docking
Evaluation of eco-friendly copper oxide nanoparticles for anticancer activity and antibacterial effects against Streptococcus mutans using molecular docking Open
Since copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO-NPs) have antibacterial qualities, they are extremely helpful in many disciplines, including medicine. Utilizing data from FTIR, zeta potential, DLS, EDX, SEM, and UV–vis, the characteristics of the ge…
View article: Development of the Breastfed Infant Oral Microbiome Is Associated with Concentrations and Intakes of Human Milk Oligosaccharides
Development of the Breastfed Infant Oral Microbiome Is Associated with Concentrations and Intakes of Human Milk Oligosaccharides Open
Background/Objectives: Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are bioactive carbohydrates abundant in human milk that shape the infant gut microbiome, yet their influence on the oral microbiome remains poorly understood. This study investigate…
View article: Preliminary screening of pomegranate-derived compounds for antimicrobial and anti-virulence effects against cariogenic streptococci
Preliminary screening of pomegranate-derived compounds for antimicrobial and anti-virulence effects against cariogenic streptococci Open
As a biofilm-mediated disease, dental caries is primarily attributed to the activity of Streptococcus mutans and Streptococcus sobrinus, key contributors to enamel mineral loss under acidic conditions. Current broad-spectrum antimicrobials…
View article: Dual functional properties of a probiotic biofilm-decorated bone substitute to combat infection and promote osteoimmunomodulation
Dual functional properties of a probiotic biofilm-decorated bone substitute to combat infection and promote osteoimmunomodulation Open
Oral and maxillofacial bone defects are prevalent and challenging to treat, often leading to significant complications such as infection and impaired healing. Enhancing the antibacterial and osteoimmunomodulatory properties of bone graft m…
View article: Leveraging Dental Biotechnology for Population Oral Health: Innovations in Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Leveraging Dental Biotechnology for Population Oral Health: Innovations in Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment Open
Biotechnology is reshaping dental public health by providing new tools for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral diseases at scale. Salivary biomarkers enable non-invasive, early detection of caries, periodontitis, and oral cancer. …
View article: Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets – Supplementary Dataset
Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets – Supplementary Dataset Open
This dataset contains supplementary data supporting the manuscript“Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets”submitted to the Journal of Dental Research. Files include:1. AppendixTable2_In-vitro-functional-e…
View article: Characterisation of novel <i>Fusobacterium nucleatum</i> bacteriophages and their efficacy in disrupting pathogenic dual-species biofilms
Characterisation of novel <i>Fusobacterium nucleatum</i> bacteriophages and their efficacy in disrupting pathogenic dual-species biofilms Open
View article: Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets – Supplementary Dataset
Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets – Supplementary Dataset Open
This dataset contains supplementary data supporting the manuscript“Microcurrent Toothbrush Therapy Reduces Biofilm Near Orthodontic Brackets”submitted to the Journal of Dental Research. Files include:1. AppendixTable2_In-vitro-functional-e…
View article: Effects of Probiotic Short-Term Regiment on Oral Health Parameters in Children: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Effects of Probiotic Short-Term Regiment on Oral Health Parameters in Children: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background/Objectives: Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) is a primary cariogenic bacterium contributing to biofilm acidogenicity and enamel demineralization. Conventional caries prevention relies mainly on mechanical plaque control and diet…