Daya Antibakteri Infusa Kulit Manggis (Garcinia mangostana L) terhadap Streptococcus mutans
ABSTRACT: One of the main
causes of dental caries is Streptococcus mutans. Some sourcesmentioned in the mangosteen peel contains flavonoids,
saponins and tannins whichhave antibacterial activity. The purpose of this
research was to determine theantibacterial activity of mangosteen peel infuse
against S.mutans, the most effectiveinhibition and minimum inhibition. The
sample was divided into 10 groups: negativecontrol (K), positive control (K +),
and the treatment group of infusa mangosteen rindwith concentration of 100%,
50%, 25%, 12.5%, 6.25%, 3.13%, 1.56% and 0.78%. Negative control group only
containing BHI-B. Positive control group containing BHI-B, S.mutans and
Tetracycline hydrochloride. The treatment groups containing BHI-B, S.mutans and
different concentration of each group. S.mutans colonies was counted usinga
colony counter. Data were analyzed with the Kruskal Wallis test followed by
Mann-Whitney test. Results of this research showed that infuse mangosteen rind
was effective as an antibacterial. The most effective concentration which can
inhibit S.mutans colonies was 100% and the minimum concentration was 0.78%.
Keywords: Mangosteen peel infuse,
antibacteria, Streptococcus mutans, Tetracycline
Penulis: Muhamad Martin
Widayat
Kode Jurnal: jpkesmasdd160522
