The saliva samples were analysed for the presence of Streptococcus mutants and Lactobacillus by serial dilution technique in Mitis salivarius agar and Rogosa agar plates respectively. Results: It was found that miswak extract had very signifi cant detrimental effect on both the dental caries causing micro-organisms at the tested conditions. It had shown signifi cant reduction of microbial count as compared to toothbrush and saline in the present study. In case of gender comparison, the reduction of microbial count in females was more for both the cariogenic bacterias as compared to number of males studied. Conclusions: This study proved the potential benefi cial effect of miswak extract in oral hygiene practice.
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