Taro (Colosia esculenta) Leaves Extract Inhibits Streptococcus mutans ATCC 31987

• Main Authors: Ayu Nala El Muna Haerussana (Author), Angreni Ayuhastuti (Author), Siti Fira Yuniar (Author), Hana Alifah Bustami (Author), Widyastiwi Widyastiwi (Author)
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• Udgivet: Institute for Researches and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya, 2022-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Dental caries was the most common disease in both adults and children. Streptococcus mutans is the main bacteria causing plaque formation and was the initiator of dental caries. Antibacterials derived from plants can be used to prevent plaque formation. Taro (Colosia esculenta) has been used in trad...