Inhibition of nicotine-induced Streptococcus mutans biofilm formation by salts solutions intended for mouthrinses.
Abdulrahman A BalhaddadMary Anne Sampaio de MeloRichard L GregoryPublished in: Restorative dentistry & endodontics (2019)
The results provide additional evidence regarding the biofilm-enhancing effects of nicotine and demonstrate the inhibitory influence of these salts in reducing the nicotine-induced biofilm formation. A short-term exposure to these salts may inhibit S. mutans biofilm formation.