Miswak Vs toothbrush(Scientific Research)

 Miswak vs toothbrush(scientific research)

What is miswak?
The miswak (miswaak, siwak) is a natural toothbrush made from the twigs of the Salvadora persica tree, also known as the arak tree or the peelu tree. Other tree types that are used are the olive, walnut, and other trees with bitter roots.

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Millions of muslims use miswak and know how amazing it is, once you use it, you will never need any dentist as it even takes care of your calculus, which in modern medicine has no other way than visiting a dentist. you don't need mouthwash, tooth brush and toothpaste.

Those of you who have never heard about it and might be wondering or laughing in mind that how can a stick take care of your teeth and gums, well let me put a few facts before you and then please decide.

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 Mohammad, 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 Organisation WHO) recommended the use of the miswaak in 1986 and in 2000 an international consensus report on Oran 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 . 

The Wrigley Company conducted a study on the Miswak which was published in the Journal of Agricultural