Comparative evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of four chewing sticks commonly used in South India: An in vitro study

Background and Aim: The use of chewing sticks has been well documented since ancient times in India. Chewing sticks are a good alternative to the toothbrush for maintaining oral hygiene. The present study was designed and conducted to compare and evaluate the antimicrobial effects of the aqueous ext...

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Main Authors: Arun Elangovan, Jayanthi Muranga, Elizabeth Joseph
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2012-01-01
Series:Indian Journal of Dental Research
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Online Access:http://www.ijdr.in/article.asp?issn=0970-9290;year=2012;volume=23;issue=6;spage=840;epage=840;aulast=Elangovan