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Tracing genotypes of mutans streptococci on tooth sites by random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) analysis.
Oral microbiology and immunology - 1 Feb 2003
Redmo Emanuelsson I-M, Carlsson P, Hamberg K, Bratthall D
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The aim of this study was to clarify the distribution and persistence of mutans streptococci on different tooth sites in the same oral cavity. Thirteen subjects, aged 20-40 years, were examined. Salivary levels of mutans streptococci, caries prevalence, oral hygiene habits and status of tooth surfaces sampled were recorded. Plaque samples were obtained from four sites, the mesial and buccal surfaces of the first...
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