‘Esekon’ wonder tree keeps dentists at bay in Turkana

Brushing their teeth at all times gives the Turkana people the cleanest bill of dental health in the country. [Photo: Silah Koskei/Standard]

Turkana, Kenya: Turkana County records minimal cases of tooth decay and this good health is attributed to constant oral hygiene through the local brush known as esekon.

Most locals say the esekon tree found in most parts of the county is drought resistant and is highly regarded for promoting mouth hygiene.