This study investigated the antibacterial effect of *Arnebia euchroma* (Royle) Johnst. root (AR) extract on *Streptococcus mutans* (*S. mutans*) UA159 and its anti-caries effect on rats. AR extract inhibited *S. mutans* growth and biofilm formation, and reduced bacterial adhesion to hydroxyapatite. In a rat caries model, AR extract significantly reduced caries incidence and severity, demonstrating excellent biosafety. These findings suggest AR extract's potential for dental caries prevention and treatment.
Publisher
BDJ Open
Published On
Mar 02, 2024
Authors
Zeyu Wu, Jie Song, Yangyang Zhang, Xiyu Yuan, Jin Zhao
Tags
Arnebia euchroma
Streptococcus mutans
antibacterial effect
dental caries
biofilm formation
caries prevention
biosafety
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