TITLE:
Advances in Antimicrobial, Antibiofilm, and Remineralization Strategies against Oral Streptococcus mutans Found in Natural and Synthetic Agents
AUTHORS:
Jialiang Chen, Wu Zhang
KEYWORDS:
Dental Caries, Streptococcus mutans, Natural and Synthetic Agents, Antimicrobial, Antibiofilm, Remineralization
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Biosciences and Medicines,
Vol.13 No.4,
April
3,
2025
ABSTRACT: Streptococcus mutans is the most crucial cariogenic bacterium responsible for dental caries. While traditional antimicrobial agents are widely used, growing research has identified various food- and drug-derived compounds with antimicrobial, antibiofilm, and remineralization properties. These bioactive ingredients offer promising caries-preventive potential due to their effectiveness against S. mutans, biocompatibility, and minimal side effects. This review summarizes recent research progress in the study of these compounds and their potential applications in caries prevention and treatment.