The effect of chlorhexidine-thymol and fluoride varnishes on the levels of Streptococcus mutans in saliva in children aged 6–8 years
Background: Streptococcus mutans is considered as the main pathogenic factor for initiation and progression of dental caries. Fluoride is one of the most effective agents used to control caries. Chlorhexidine (CHX) is the most antimicrobial agent against S. mutans and dental caries. Aims: The study...
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Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2019-01-01
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Series: | Indian Journal of Dental Research |
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Online Access: | http://www.ijdr.in/article.asp?issn=0970-9290;year=2019;volume=30;issue=1;spage=67;epage=72;aulast=Ben |