title: The miswak chewing stick: a traditional oral hygiene aid.
abstract: The miswak chewing stick is an oral hygiene device used by the majority of people in Arab Gulf countries. Despite its widespread use, few studies demonstrated its benefits or applications as an alternative and convenient means for cleansing the teeth. This paper will examine the unique properties of the miswak chewing stick and its proper use.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Yarde
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Robinson
mesh_terms: D003742:Dental Devices, Home Care; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008519:Medicine, Traditional; D008877:Middle East; D009910:Oral Hygiene / Q000295:instrumentation*; D010946:Plants, Medicinal / Q000737:chemistry