Sensory Characteristics and Antimicrobial Activities of Soft Candy with Essential Basil (Ocimum Sanctum L.) Against Candida Albicans and Streptococcus Mutans
Abstract:Soft candy is a type of confectionery product that has a chewy texture. Chewing candy can stimulate the activity of salivary secretion, thus it supports the release of active compounds in the mouth. Essential oil contains of active compounds that are able to control bacteria growth that may cause bad breath. The purpose of this study was to observe the antimicrobial activity of soft candy with the addition of basil essential oil (0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, and 0.8%) against Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans and… Show more
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