The effect of using toothpaste with miswak (Salvadora persica) on plaque formation and dental caries
1 Bachelor of Dental Science, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
2 Department of Biology Oral, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(03), 246–251
Publication history:
Received on 23 October 2024; revised on 30 November 2024; accepted on 03 December 2024
Abstract:
Background: The oral cavity is the main entry point for microorganisms. Most of the causes of dental and oral damage are plaque. Plaque that appears in the oral cavity will cause various kinds of dental and oral diseases, such as caries, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Miswak contains antiseptic ingredients, tannic acid, and essential oils that can improve oral health by providing antibacterial effects and preventing a decrease in salivary pH.
Objective: This study aims to determine the effect of using toothpaste with miswak (Salvadora persica) content on plaque formation and dental caries.
Method: This research is a review article using secondary data from national and international literature published in 2016-2023.
Results: Several studies have shown that miswak (Salvadora persica) has antibacterial properties that can reduce plaque and prevent dental caries in children and adults.
Conclusion: Miswak possesses antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-caries qualities, which have the ability to inhibit the growth of microorganisms that are responsible for maintaining dental plaque and caries.
Keywords:
Miswak; Toothpaste; Dental Plaque; Caries
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