Suppressive Effects of Hainosan (Painongsan) against Biofilm Production by <i>Streptococcus mutans</i>

<i>Streptococcus mutans</i>, a bacterium that causes dental plaques, forms a biofilm on tooth surfaces. This biofilm can cause gingivitis by stimulating the gingival margin. However, there is no established treatment for biofilm removal. Hainosan (Painongsan), a traditional Japanese Kamp...

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Main Authors: Masaaki Minami, Hiroshi Takase, Masayo Taira, Toshiaki Makino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-07-01
Series:Dentistry Journal
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6767/8/3/71