Oxygen-carrying acid-responsive Cu/ZIF-8 for photodynamic antibacterial therapy against cariogenic <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> infection
Ruifeng Wang, Qiyuan Pan, Fang Li, Jingying Guo, Yaru Huo, Chao Xu, Manwen Xiong, Ziyong Cheng, Min Liu, Jun Lin
Abstract
and biofilm. Notably, the acid-producing ability of the bacteria was also significantly inhibited. With its oxygen-carrying photosensitizing properties, excellent responsiveness to acidic environments, and antimicrobial capacity under anaerobic conditions, OCZCH is considered an innovative candidate for clinical application in treating dental caries.
Topics & Concepts
Streptococcus mutansDemineralizationChemistryMicrobiologyPhotodynamic therapyBacteriaMedicineBiologyDentistryEnamel paintGeneticsOrganic chemistryNanoplatforms for cancer theranosticsHead and Neck Surgical OncologyPhotodynamic Therapy Research Studies