title: [The history of toothcleaning].
abstract: A short historical review of toothcleaning with primitive and manufactured toothbrushes, toothpicks and thread of waxed silk. Mouthrinses, toothpowders or soaps and toothpastes and chewing gums composed of ingredients from nature are presented. Antibacterial and pharmacological effects are discussed.
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Hänström
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Grahnén
mesh_terms: D049671:History, 18th Century; D049672:History, 19th Century; D049673:History, 20th Century; D009910:Oral Hygiene / Q000266:history*; D014099:Toothbrushing / Q000266:history*
vernacular_title: Tandrengöringens historia.