Evaluating the anti-plaque efficacy of meswak (Salvadora persica) containing dentifrice: A triple blind controlled trial
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Evaluation of Salvadora persica L. and green tea anti-plaque effect: a randomized controlled crossover clinical trial
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
سال: 2012
ISSN: 0975-7406
DOI: 10.4103/0975-7406.103238