Influence of melaleuca and copaiba oils on Candida albicans adhesion

ConclusionsOur results demonstrated that M. alternifolia oil inhibited the growth of C. albicans. Moreover, both oils promoted significant adhesion reduction in the tested strains. These findings suggest the possibility of using these oils in prophylaxes against candidiasis.

Source: Gerodontology - December 1, 2014 Category: Dentistry Authors: Priscila Lie Tobouti, Maria Carolina Martins Mussi, Diego Conrado Pereira Rossi, Fernanda Mombrini Pigatti, Carlos Pelleschi Taborda, Luiz Antônio Assis Taveira, Suzana Cantanhede Orsini Machado Sousa Tags: Original Article Source Type: research