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Genetic variation in the glucosyltransferase-B gene of Streptococcus mutans and its relationship with caries experience in children from Córdoba, Argentina, and with strains from other countries.
International journal of paediatric dentistry - 1 Nov 2023
Carletto-Körber Fabiana Pia Marina, Acosta-Jofré María Soledad, Vera Noelia Soledad, Mourelle-Martínez María Rosa, Jiménez María Graciela, Martínez Juan Enrique, Cornejo Lila Susana, González-Ittig Raúl Enrique
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Caries is a worldwide distributed oral disease of multifactorial nature, with Streptococcus mutans being the most commonly isolated bacterial agent. The glycosyltransferases of this bacterium would play an essential role in the aetiology and pathogenesis of caries. AIM: We explored how the glucosyltransferase-B (gtf-B) gene variability of S. mutans from children in central Argentina correlated with...
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