Modulation of Streptococcus mutans virulence by dental adhesives containing anti-caries agents

Carolina Bosso André1, Pedro Luiz Rosalen2, Lívia Câmara de Carvalho Galvão3

  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry, Piracicaba Dental School, State University of Campinas, Piracicaba, SP, Brazil.

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