Elevated antibody to D-alanyl lipoteichoic acid indicates caries experience associated with fluoride and gingival health
<p/> <p>Background</p> <p>Acidogenic, acid-tolerant bacteria induce dental caries and require D-alanyl glycerol lipoteichoic acid (D-alanyl LTA) on their cell surface. Because fluoride inhibits acid-mediated enamel demineralization, an elevated antibody response to D-alanyl L...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2002-02-01
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| Series: | BMC Oral Health |
| Online Access: | http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6831/2/2 |