Learn how to use miswak to clean your teeth in a completely ecological way with this natural toothbrush. Miswak is the root of the Araak tree (scientific name: Salvadora Persica), which grows in Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Egypt, Chad and India. It acts as a toothbrush, but also as a toothpaste, and brings multiple healthy virtues to teeth and gums, thanks to its natural antiseptic and bactericidal action.
Steps
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Step 1. Remove about 1 cm of bark from one end
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Step 2. Chew the tip by softening the natural bristles with your teeth
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You can speed up the process by dipping the tip in water.
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Step 3. Grab the miswak
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Step 4. Slowly massage your teeth and gums with the bristles
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Step 5. After use, rinse the tip of the miswak with water and return it to its packaging
Do not keep it in a bag or container as mold may develop. When the bristles and the flavor have run out, cut and renew the tip
Warnings
- Miswak can cause a burning sensation on the lips and in the mouth.
- Before using it you should consult a doctor and a dentist. It is a safe and proven method for thousands of years, but it is always best to be cautious.