Detection of gbpA and gbpB in Streptococcus mutans Isolated from Patients with Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders: A Pilot Study

Introduction: Glucan-binding proteins (gbps) in Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) are considered vital virulence factors contributing to plaque formation and caries progression. These proteins also aid in maintaining biofilm formation on the tooth surface and further colonisation of S. mutans. Aim:...

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Main Authors: I Shabnam Tamanna, AS Smiline Girija, J Vijayashree Priyadharsini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2024-07-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/19582/69002_CE[Ra1]_QC(RD)_F(SHU)_Ref_PAT(RDW_SHU)_PF1(AG_DK)_PFA_NC(KM)_PB(AG_KM)_OM_PN(KM).pdf