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The unstimulated saliva was collected using Dawe\u2019s method in sterile containers and pH was measured using color coded pH strips. The mean value was calculated, tabulated, and statistically analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) and paired\n t<\/jats:italic>\n -test.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Results:<\/jats:title>\n \n A significant increase was seen in the salivary pH, when brushing was performed using fluoridated and non-fluoridated tooth paste (\n P<\/jats:italic>\n = 0.00) compared to that of brushing without dentifrice and water rinsing groups.\n <\/jats:p>\n <\/jats:sec>\n \n Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n The study concluded that water can be used as an intermediate intervention to revert the salivary pH until a definitive intervention like toothbrush and dentifrice is available. 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