Effect of <i>Citrus aurantium</i> L. Essential Oil on <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> Growth, Biofilm Formation and Virulent Genes Expression

• Main Authors: Chahrazed Benzaid (Author), Amine Belmadani (Author), Lazhari Tichati (Author), Ryad Djeribi (Author), Mahmoud Rouabhia (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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In an oral cavity, dental caries, periodontal disease, and endodontic lesions are caused by well-known bacterial and fungal pathogens. Essential oils (EOs) have demonstrated antimicrobial activity suggesting their use for oral hygiene. The goal of this study was to evaluate the interaction of bitter...