anweisungen / instructions

Trimming and using miswak (siwak).

Step-by-step instructions.

Instructions "How to use miswak" Инструкция как использовать сивак

Make a circular cut on the skin of the miswak with a siwakootrezatel*.

*Siwakootrezatel - a special knife for cutting siwak.

Use a siwakootrezatel to peel off the skin from the miswak along the cut line.

Slowly chew the siwak fibers to produce bristles.

Miswak is ready for use!

Trim used bristles on average once every 5 days.

Store the prepared miswak in a siwakoderjatel*.

*Siwakoderjatel - premium surgical steel case (miswak holder) for storing miswak.

How to use siwak correctly?

Circular movements within the teeth, without touching the gums.

Important note! Do not press the brush too hard against your teeth - this will wear away the enamel and cause unpleasant pain. Reduce the force with which you press the brush against your teeth. Light cleaning movements are enough.

The movements should be aimed at fully and thoroughly cleaning each tooth one by one, getting into the gaps between them and not injuring the gums. The bristles pressed against the teeth will itself tell your hand the necessary movements.

Movements from the gums to the teeth, eliminating injury to the gums.

Oval movements that act exclusively on the gums.

Important note!

Do not brush from the teeth to the gums - this will injure the gums and may cause bleeding.

To avoid microtrauma when brushing the gums and tongue, the bristles of the brush should be soft.

Basically, the bacteria that cause decay and bad breath are located at the back of the tongue.

It is necessary to brush this part of the tongue carefully, so as not to cause a gag reflex. An organic toothbrush should then be rinsed with clean water.
This procedure of deep cleaning of the tongue should be carried out in private, so as not to cause unpleasant feelings in people around you, preferably in a bathroom in hygienic conditions.

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FAQ, Frequently Asked Questions

What is miswak?

Miswak is a natural organic toothbrush made from the branches and roots of the Arak tree, which when chewed separates into bristles for cleaning teeth. Olive or mustard tree roots are rarely used.

What is the name of the Arak tree?

Salvadora Persica.

What is the difference between siwak and miswak?

Nothing. These are different terms for the same thing - a natural toothbrush made from the branches and roots of the Arak tree.

In most countries of the former USSR, France, Indonesia, Mali and Poland, the term "siwak" has become widespread, in the rest of the world - "miswak".

How to use miswak?

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What does miswak taste like?

The taste of siwak is reminiscent of ginger and mustard.

What are the benefits of miswak?

The use of miswak helps strengthen gums, prevent caries, eliminate bad breath, polish and whiten tooth enamel.

What does miswak do to teeth?

Miswak gently cleans tooth enamel, ensuring high-quality removal of plaque and surface stains without damaging the gums. Miswak effectively refreshes and cleanses the oral cavity, removes food debris. Since this stick contains many substances useful for teeth, miswak has anti-inflammatory properties and soothes inflammation in the gums.

How long does one miswak stick last?

For 35-40 days.

This is usual. But if you trim the miswak every day, it will last for 9-11 days. Miswak is usually trimmed every 5 days.

How long does one miswak stick last?

35-40 days.

How long can an unopened miswak be stored?

Miswak in a whole vacuum package is stored for 9-12 months from the date of packaging, after opening the vacuum package - 35-40 days.

Which miswak is better?

Fresh miswak is more pleasant to use, its fibers are soft and flexible, do not damage the gums. The taste of fresh miswak is pleasant, refreshing. Fresh miswak is more useful, as it contains many more useful substances. Unfortunately, fresh miswak has a very limited shelf life and requires storage in a cool place.

Dried miswak does not require special storage conditions and its shelf life is practically unlimited. At the same time, dried siwak loses most of its unique properties, and its taste is not as pleasant as fresh.

What to do if the miswak is dry?

Dry miswak can be left in a glass of clean water overnight. By morning it will have absorbed the water and become juicy and soft.

Although this is not a full-fledged alternative to fresh miswak, this method can easily "reanimate" even the driest miswak.

Why is miswak better than a toothbrush?

With each new cut of the miswak we get a new brush, while bacteria easily accumulate on a regular toothbrush.

Miswak does not require water, while regular tooth brushing consumes an average of 6 liters of water per 1 minute of brushing.

Miswak is completely biodegradable, while 4.7 billion non-recyclable plastic toothbrushes end up in landfills every year.

Miswak contains more medicinal and antibacterial substances than any industrially produced toothpaste.

When should I change my miswak?

If the hairs of the miswak have become slightly darker or too hard or sparse, cut off the used part of the miswak and clean it again.

How often should you trim your miswak?

Every 5 days.

This indicator will be different for everyone. But according to general experience of use, this indicator should not exceed 5 days: on the sixth day, the miswak begins to lose its freshness even if it has not been used intensively.

How much miswak should be trimmed?

1-1,5 cm.

How should you trim your miswak?

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How does miswak affect bad breath?

The natural ingredients of miswak help eliminate and prevent bad breath and leave an organic flavor in the mouth.

Why does miswak smell?

Due to the sulfur compounds present in miswak, they stand out for their sharp taste and smell, which has a bactericidal effect.

Is it possible to get miswak wet?

Yes, you can.

But you should be careful when storing it for a long time: wet miswak left in a tightly closed case or bag can become moldy after 3 days.

Do I need to rinse the miswak after each use?

No, but it is advisable.

A much more effective way to preserve the freshness of the miswak is to trim it in a timely manner.

What two things does the miswak fear?

This is dampness and open air.

Dampness leads to mold, storage in the open air leads to drying out. If you store a wet miswak in a bag or a closed miswak holder for three days in a row, it will become moldy. If you store the miswak in the open air for two days in a row, it will dry out.

How to store miswak correctly?

It is best to store the miswak in a miswak holder, or if you don't have one, in its original bag.

The main thing is not to leave it in the bag for too long (more than three days) or in the open air (more than one day), use it at least 1-2 times a day and cut it every 5 days. Rinsing after each use is desirable, but not necessary.

What is the correct way to store unopened miswak?

If the vacuum packaging of the miswak has not yet been opened, it is best to store it in the refrigerator.

P.S. Do not store opened miswak in the refrigerator. Opened miswak (miswak with an open vacuum packaging) is carried with you and used everywhere.

Where is it better to store miswak - in the refrigerator or the freezer?

If the vacuum packaging of the miswak has not yet been opened, it is usually stored in the refrigerator. If it is freshly cut miswak, it is usually stored in the freezer. If it is already used miswak, it is carried with you and stored in a miswak holder or in its original bag.

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