Temporary Suppression of Streptococcus mutans in Humans through Topical Application of Vancomycin
- 1 January 1974
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Journal of Dental Research
- Vol. 53 (1), 108-114
- https://doi.org/10.1177/00220345740530010201
Abstract
Vancomycin, an antibiotic with desirable properties for oral usage, was applied in a 15% gel formulation to the teeth of children, and as a 1% paste to the teeth of young adults. Temporary suppression was observed in the presence of Streptococcus mutans, an organism which has been implicated in human dental caries.Keywords
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