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The present study aimed to assess the biofilm-forming ability, acidogenicity, and structural biofilm characteristics of LFs with and without sucrose using a\n Streptococcus mutans in vitro<\/jats:italic>\n model.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Materials and Methods:<\/jats:title>\n \n Two LFs (with and without 24% sucrose) were tested alongside brain heart infusion (BHI) (negative control) and BHI + 10% sucrose (positive control).\n S. mutans<\/jats:italic>\n biofilm formation was quantified using crystal violet staining (A\n 590nm<\/jats:sub>\n ). Biofilm pH was measured after 24\u2009h of incubation. Structural characteristics were assessed via confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLSM). Statistical analysis included Kruskal\u2013Wallis tests, Bonferroni\n post hoc<\/jats:italic>\n tests, and linear regression modeling (\n P<\/jats:italic>\n < 0.05).\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results:<\/jats:title>\n \n Both LF samples showed significantly greater biofilm formation than the negative control (A\n 590nm<\/jats:sub>\n : 3.57 \u00b1 0.06 vs. 0.08 \u00b1 0.02;\n P<\/jats:italic>\n < 0.05). Biofilm pH was significantly lower in both LFs (4.23 and 4.28) than in BHI alone (5.26;\n P<\/jats:italic>\n < 0.05). However, there were no significant differences between the LFs with and without sucrose. CLSM revealed denser\n S. mutans<\/jats:italic>\n aggregation in sucrose-supplemented LF, but without distinct biofilm boundaries.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n \n LFs, even those without supplemental sucrose, promote\n S. mutans<\/jats:italic>\n biofilm formation and acidogenicity, suggesting a potential cariogenic risk. These findings underscore the need for careful dietary recommendations and oral hygiene strategies for infants consuming LF formulas. 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