The Probiotic Effects of Lactobacillus brevis CD2 on Caries Related Variables of Dental Plaque Biofilm.

Int Dent J · 2025 · PMC11985112 · PMID 40147282

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The level of salivary mutans Streptococci showed a trend toward increased levels at the end of the test period ( P = .09) and a statistically significant increase at the end of the placebo period ( P < .05).

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