Abstract:Introduction: Garlic (Allium sativum) is known to be a natural antifungal agent with the ability to penetrate cellular and organelle membranes, resulting in cell death of Candida albicans. Objectives: The aim of the present study was to measure the efficacy of garlic extract against C. albicans biofilms frequently detected in early childhood caries (ECC). Material and methods: Samples of dental biofilms were obtained from children with ECC, cultured in CHRO-Magar Candida medium, and confirmed using a polymeras… Show more
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