The differences of effectiveness of β-1,3-glukanase Vigna unguiculata and papain Carica papaya enzymes in hydrolysis of denture plaque

Background: Accumulation of denture plaque can lead to pathological changes in oral mucosa, such as denture stomatitis, halitosis, and caries. Plaque matrix is mostly formed by protein (30%) and polysaccharide complexes. Thus, an alternative enzyme solution as denture cleanser is required for hydrol...

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Main Authors: Retno Indrawati, Muhammad Luthfi, Erina Fatmala Yuli Andari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universitas Airlangga 2016-06-01
Series:Dental Journal: Majalah Kedokteran Gigi
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Online Access:http://e-journal.unair.ac.id/index.php/MKG/article/view/1877