“…However, our previous study and other studies have been highlighted on the higher antibacterial activity of N. sativa seed extract and oil extract on Gram positive bacteria. 20,[23][24][25][26][27] Furthermore, the antibacterial activity of N. sativa seed extract and its constituents against some strains of Streptococcus associated with dental caries has been reported as well. 14,28 Consistent to the results of previous studies, the present study demonstrated a strong growth inhibition and bactericidal activity of DLBS1355 o/w emulsion against S. mutans and S. sanguis, with a slightly higher activity on S. sanguis.…”