 n.r.vidyasagar
Doing m.pharm pharmaceutics in SK University college of pharmacy, Anantpur.
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Natural brushes which are from trees and plants of nature as brushes for healthy and strengthen teeth and also provides health and fitness. Some natural brushes are as follws.
BABOOL
is a natural toothpaste containing the ayurvedic and medicinal benefits of the Babul tree, 'Acacia Arabica', helps prevent swelling & bleeding of gums, keeping gums healthy and teeth strong.
The natural active ingredient, Babul extract, in Babool tooth powder helps keeps teeth clean and white on the outside and strengthens the roots of the teeth from within.
Available in a range of innovative and attractive angular designs, with medium and soft bristles for sensitive teeth care.
Bark - Cooling, styptic, aphrodisiac, constipating, expectorant, emetic nutritiye.
Gum - Cooling, emollient, expectorant, liyer tonic, aphrodisiac, haemostatic, antipyretic, tonic.
Herbal Medicines Treatment Of Babool
In diarrhoea
In wounds
In excessive oozing from eyes
In fractures
For complexion of baby
In skin disorders
MISWAK
Its a twig which a majority of people from Muslim countries use daily to brush their teeth. Although it might sound outdated to use twigs from trees for cleaning teeth. Miswak is better than toothpaste for preventing gum disease. It is being known as chewing stick in the western world and is being looked upon as a form of alternative medicine.
The Miswak is obtained from the twigs of the Arak tree (Peelu tree) although a few other trees can also be used to obtain it such as walnut and olive.
Important benefits of Miswak
Kills Gum disease causing bacteria.
Fights plaque effectively.
Fights against caries.
Removes Bad breath and odor from mouth.
Creates a fragrance in the mouth.
Effectively clean between teeth due to its parallel bristles.
Increases salivation and hence inhibits dry mouth (Xerostomia)
Miswak is scientifically formulated, Ayurvedic toothpaste, from pure extract of the Miswak plant, 'Salvadore Persica' - the famous 'Toothbrush Tree' used for centuries. The astringent and bactericidal properties of Miswak help reduce tooth decay, fight plaque and prevent gum disease.
Herbal Rinse for Fresh Breath
With Pure Miswak Extract
Anise Mint Flavour
Toothbrush
The stick and peel or chew the bark off of 1 cm of the end of the miswak stick. chew the wood in the middle until the fibers are seperated. Then you brush and move the branch over your teeth, cleaning and removing debris and tarter build-up.
Benefits of Using the Miswak Stick for Toothbrushing
Some benefits for using the Miswak Stick for brushing your teeth are:
The Miswak stick is biodegradable. No need to litter the landfills with plastic toothbrushes.
They are inexpensive. The average cost for one stick is less than a name brand toothbrush.
It is an all natural source of fluoride.
Leaves your mouth with a fresh feeling and flavor.
Experience a piece of what the nomadic Arabs did in ancient times.
NEEM
The use of neem toothbrushes is responsible for the bright smiles and healthy teeth of Indian villagers, people who never had access to any modern dental care facilities, products or fancy toothpaste.
Making A Neem Toothbrush
Now chew one end of the stick. All the fibres will separate and the end will turn into a little brush.
The process of chewing the twig flexible branch of a neem tree, the beneficial ingredients in neem that kill harmful bacteria, reduce inflammation, and stop bacteria and plaque from sticking to your teeth.
Using The Neem Toothbrush
In the end you just spit out all the little bits of neem fibre. It doesn't taste real nice, by the way. Bitter.
The neem toothbrush is disposable, meant to be used only once. After cleaning the teeth the neem stick is split in half, and one end is bent into a U-shape and used as a tongue cleaner.
Neem is not the only tree that is used in India for toothbrushes. In fact, different wood is recommended for different types of people and conditions. There is also a caveat: it is not recommended that you use a neem stick like that if you suffer from nausea, indigestion or a cough.
The studies agree with the anecdotal evidence and thousands of years of traditional use. Neem can...
prevent and heal gum disease,
prevent cavities,
eliminate bacteria that cause cavities and inflammation of the gums,
prevent bacteria from adhering to your teeth (reduce plaque),
enhance mouth immunity in general,
and through all this freshen the breath.
Neem Mouth Wash
Neem is one of the most researched tree, whose almost every part is used to manufacture for a number of products. Neem mouthwash can be used to prevent and cure dental problems like:
Caries
Gingivitis
Toothache
Tartar
Plaque
Mouth Ulcer
Bad breath
Cavities
Swollen Gums
Properties of neem beneficial as a mouth wash
Anti Bacterial
Antiviral
Anti Fungal
It improves the dental immunity against different bacteria and helps to prevent formation of tartar and plaque.
ACHYRANTHUS
Achyranthus aspera (prickly flower) :
The ash from the burnt plant, often mixed with mustard oil and a pinch of salt, is used as a tooth powder for cleaning teeth. It is believed to relieve pyorrhea and toothache.
Antispasmodic; Astringent; Diuretic; Odontalgic.
used in the treatment of dropsy, rheumatism, stomach problems, cholera, skin diseases and rabies. used in the treatment of diarrhoea and dysentery.
The plant is astringent, digestive, diuretic, laxative, purgative and stomachic. The juice of the plant is used in the treatment of boils, diarrhoea, dysentery, haemorrhoids, rheumatic pains, itches and skin eruptions.
The ash from the burnt plant, often mixed with mustard oil and a pinch of salt, is used as a tooth powder for cleaning teeth.The dried twigs are used as toothbrushes. The ash of the burnt plant is a rich source of potash. It is used for washing clothes
natural toothbrushes
