Question 377 · LDEK · Prevention
The use of arginin:
- A. inhibits the growth of commensal S. oralis.
- B. inhibits the growth of cariogenic S. gordonii.
- C. supports the growth of arginolytic S. sanguinis.
- D. reduces the risk of overgrowth of Porphyromonas gingivalis.
- E. the correct answers are B, C and D.
Hint
Consider which streptococci possess the arginine deiminase system and how the ammonia they produce shifts the biofilm.
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