The antiplaque/anticariogenic efficacy of Salvadora persica (Miswak) mouthrinse in comparison to that of chlorhexidine: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background The plant Salvadora persica (miswak) has a long history of use in oral hygiene. Associations between the use of Salvadora persica and decreased oral bacteria numbers and plaque scores have been reported. This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the ability of Salvadora p...
Main Authors: | Elaf Jassoma, Lina Baeesa, Heba Sabbagh |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-04-01
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Series: | BMC Oral Health |
Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12903-019-0741-5 |
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