title: A review on miswak (Salvadora persica) and its effect on various aspects of oral health.
abstract: Plants have been used for centuries to improve dental health and to promote oral hygiene, and this practice persists in several communities throughout the world. "Miswak" is an Arabic word meaning "tooth-cleaning stick," and Salvadora persica miswak has a wide geographic distribution. It was used by ancient Arabs to whiten and polish the teeth. This review discusses the history and chemical composition of S. persica miswak and its influence on oral health, including the advantages and disadvantages of its use.
authors: Department of Periodontics and Community Dentistry, Dental Caries Research Chair, College of Dentistry, King Saud University, P.O. Box 60169, Riyadh 11545, Saudi Arabia.
authors: Hassan Suliman
authors: HS
authors: Halawany
keywords: Antimicrobial agent; Aqueous extract; Dental caries; Salvadora persica; Toothbrushing
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