Mechanism of Action of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles as an Antibacterial Agent Against Streptococcus mutans
Abstract Oral microbial biofilms play a critical role in the development of various oral infectious diseases, including periodontitis and tooth…
Ronit Vogt Sionov
The Incorporation of CBD into Biodegradable DL-Lactide/Glycolide Copolymers Creates a Persistent Antibacterial Environment: An In Vitro Study on Streptococcus mutans and Staphylococcus aureus
Abstract Background: Cannabidiol (CBD) is a natural compound from the Cannabis sativa L. plant, which has anti-inflammatory, anti-nociceptive, neuroprotective, and…
Cannabidiol (CBD) Acts as an Antioxidant on Gardnerella vaginalis, Resulting in Reduced Metabolic Activity, Loss of Survivability, and Elimination of Biofilms
Abstract Background: Gardnerella vaginalis is a natural inhabitant of the vagina, but when an imbalance occurs in the vaginal microbiota,…
Polyglactin 910 Meshes Coated with Sustained-Release Cannabigerol Varnish Inhibit Staphylococcus aureus Biofilm Formation and Macrophage Cytokine Secretion: An In Vitro Study
Abstract Synthetic surgical meshes are commonly used in abdominal wall reconstruction surgeries to strengthen a weak abdominal wall. Common mesh-related…
Anti-Bacterial and Anti-Biofilm Activities of Anandamide against the Cariogenic Streptococcus mutans
Abstract Streptococcus mutans is a cariogenic bacterium in the oral cavity involved in plaque formation and dental caries. The endocannabinoid…
The Antibacterial Effect of Cannabigerol toward Streptococcus mutans Is Influenced by the Autoinducers 21-CSP and AI-2
Abstract Bacteria can communicate through an intercellular signaling system referred to as quorum sensing (QS). The QS system involves the…
Improved Anti-Biofilm Effect against the Oral Cariogenic Streptococcus mutans by Combined Triclosan/CBD Treatment
Abstract Streptococcus mutans is a Gram-positive bacterium highly associated with dental caries, and it has a strong biofilm-forming ability, especially…
Anti-Bacterial Effect of Cannabidiol against the Cariogenic Streptococcus mutans Bacterium: An In Vitro Study
Abstract Dental caries is caused by biofilm-forming acidogenic bacteria, especially Streptococcus mutans, and is still one of the most prevalent…
Potential Combinatory Effect of Cannabidiol and Triclosan Incorporated into Sustained Release Delivery System against Oral Candidiasis
Abstract Candida albicans is a common fungal pathogen. Biofilm formation on various surfaces is an important determinant of C. albicans…
Targeting the Holy Triangle of Quorum Sensing, Biofilm Formation, and Antibiotic Resistance in Pathogenic Bacteria
Abstract Chronic and recurrent bacterial infections are frequently associated with the formation of biofilms on biotic or abiotic materials that…