Sugar Substitute Stevia Inhibits Biofilm Formation, Exopolysaccharide Production, and Downregulates the Expression of Streptococcal Genes Involved in Exopolysaccharide Synthesis

Background: Acid production by sucrose fermentation disturbs the balance in dental plaque by lowering the oral pH. As a consequence of the profound effect of sucrose on caries initiation and progression, many studies have been directed towards finding non-cariogenic artificial sweeteners that can be...

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Main Authors: Sara AlKanderi, Monerah AlFreeh, Radhika G. Bhardwaj, Maribasappa Karched
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-11-01
Series:Dentistry Journal
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6767/11/12/267