The antibacterial effect of caffeic acid phenethyl ester on cariogenic bacteria and Streptococcus mutans biofilms.

In conclusion, CAPE appears to be a new agent with anticariogenic potential, not only via inhibition of the growth of cariogenic bacteria.
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Source: Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy - June 14, 2020 Category: Microbiology Authors: Niu Y, Wang K, Zheng S, Wang Y, Ren Q, Li H, Ding L, Li W, Zhang L Tags: Antimicrob Agents Chemother Source Type: research