Effects of Combined Treatment by Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Extract and Low-temperature Plasma on Streptococcus Mutans

Abstract

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial effect of herbal medicine and low-temperature plasma on oral diseases involving bacteria, and to utilize it in the prevention and treatment of inflammatory oral diseases.
 Methods: Streptococcus mutans, which is known as main bacteria involved in dental caries, was treated with Glycyrrhiza uralensis extract and low-temperature plasma.
 Results: Co-treated Glycyrrhiza uralensis extract and low-temperature plasma showed exceptional antimicrobial effect on S. mutans.
 Conclusions: This study suggests that co-treatment with herb medicine and low-temperature plasma inhibit bacteria safely and effectively. This method can be used to contribute to the treatment of oral diseases.