irahat
07-04-2009, 04:22 AM
Hi People I would like to share this useful information about tooth care which I found on Wikipedia about 'Miswak'
History
The miswak is predominant in Muslim areas but its use predates the inception of Islam. Its use has spread from the Middle East to South and South East Asia, where it is known as 'Kayu Sugi' (Malay for 'chewing stick'). It is often mentioned that the Islamic prophet, Muhammad, recommended its use.
Scientific studies
A 2003 scientific study comparing the use of miswaak with ordinary toothbrushes concluded that the results clearly were in favor of the users who had been using the miswaak, provided they had been given proper instruction in how to brush using it.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended the use of the miswaak in 1986 and in 2000 an international consensus report on oral hygiene concluded that further research was needed to document the effect of the miswak.
Recent research by Dr Otaybi from Saudi Arabia opened a new area for research on the systemic effects of Miswak (Sewak) after discovering its great positive effect on the immune system. Dr. Rami Mohammed Diabi who spent more than 17 years researching on Miswak effects on health and especially its anti-addiction effects on smokers (curative and preventive sides) had opened a great field of science and researches by his last research: "Miswak Medicine theory" or Sewak Puncture medicine which led him to what is so called Beyond Sewak: World of Science and Research. Miswak also is contributing in the fight against desertification, thereby affecting our environment and global climate.
Maintenance
A miswak should be one hand span in length when selected. If it becomes dry, it should be soaked in rose water to ensure the end is soft. The end should be cut afresh to ensure hygiene, and should never be stored near a toilet or sink. It can be used by cutting the branches instead of roots (like people of Sudan) keeping in mind that the roots can keep the humidity of miswak more than the branches (longer time usage). There are also toothpaste made from Miswak extract which can be found in the Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia and Europe.
Reference http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miswak
History
The miswak is predominant in Muslim areas but its use predates the inception of Islam. Its use has spread from the Middle East to South and South East Asia, where it is known as 'Kayu Sugi' (Malay for 'chewing stick'). It is often mentioned that the Islamic prophet, Muhammad, recommended its use.
Scientific studies
A 2003 scientific study comparing the use of miswaak with ordinary toothbrushes concluded that the results clearly were in favor of the users who had been using the miswaak, provided they had been given proper instruction in how to brush using it.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommended the use of the miswaak in 1986 and in 2000 an international consensus report on oral hygiene concluded that further research was needed to document the effect of the miswak.
Recent research by Dr Otaybi from Saudi Arabia opened a new area for research on the systemic effects of Miswak (Sewak) after discovering its great positive effect on the immune system. Dr. Rami Mohammed Diabi who spent more than 17 years researching on Miswak effects on health and especially its anti-addiction effects on smokers (curative and preventive sides) had opened a great field of science and researches by his last research: "Miswak Medicine theory" or Sewak Puncture medicine which led him to what is so called Beyond Sewak: World of Science and Research. Miswak also is contributing in the fight against desertification, thereby affecting our environment and global climate.
Maintenance
A miswak should be one hand span in length when selected. If it becomes dry, it should be soaked in rose water to ensure the end is soft. The end should be cut afresh to ensure hygiene, and should never be stored near a toilet or sink. It can be used by cutting the branches instead of roots (like people of Sudan) keeping in mind that the roots can keep the humidity of miswak more than the branches (longer time usage). There are also toothpaste made from Miswak extract which can be found in the Middle East, South Asia, South East Asia and Europe.
Reference http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miswak