Al Falah Sewak Miswak (Traditional Natural Toothbrush) (10 Pack) by Sewak

I will never buy a toothbrush again. No plastic. Cheap as hell. Lasts a good amount of time. Lots of tooth-healthy components inside. You don't even need anything to use it, just your teeth to peel the bark and saliva and chewing to make the bristles flexible. Extremely ADHD-friendly. If you have trouble brushing your teeth normally, just keep this in your pocket or by your desk or wherever. It is a low-barrier, accessible tool to teeth cleaning. They should really give this to people starting from childhood and just skip all the stupid toothbrush crap. This one-dollar ($1) stick they chopped off a tree has already done more for me than a dentist-recommended $100 motorized rechargeable head-swapping piece of crap and a bunch of useless sugar-filled mouthwash given to me on prescription. If I had these growing up, I wouldn't have fillings today. The only thing I'd add to this for an oral hygiene routine is a tongue-scraper since this isn't really used for the tongue. Both are cheap, durable, and simple. If you hate overcomplicated corporate bs and getting looped into systems you never agreed to, this will likely be a very welcome addition to your life. And be wary of the fact that western markets are catching onto this product, and making weird expensive derivative products. I've already seen a $35 dollar toothbrush handle with "recharge packs" of tiny chunks of miswak sticks you load individually into it. It's bullcrap. Take the leap and go straight for the chewing stick. You will not miss anything you left behind. Good for people who hate the plastic industry: Yes! It's better than one-use brushes preloaded with toothpaste. It's better than average toothbrushes with plastic handles. It's better than electric and head-swapping brushes. It's better than brushes with natural handles (eg wood), since those still have nylon (plastic) bristles. This is literally just a stick. The only plastic is the packaging. Good for penny-savers: Yes! The cost/benefit ratio is very good and the initial cost is extremely low. I bought 10 and after giving a bunch away to friends and family, I still have plenty. Good for the health-conscious: Yes! It's shown to work as good as or better than standard western tooth hygiene routines, due to many naturally-occurring substances in the tree which promote tooth health, such as fluoride and calcium and anti-bacterial components, as well as the gentle abrasive action of the bristles, which clean teeth and promotes good gum health as well. I was even able to use mine to do some at-home de-scaling which I could not do with a modern toothbrush, although I don't think this is something a dentist would recommend trying. Also, the tooth-promoting compounds mix with your saliva, so you can swish your own saliva around your teeth (and/or use your tongue) without needing mouthwash. For those worried about flouride: Yes, you can eat flouride. Yes, it's technically "toxic", but the "toxicity" here means that if you guzzle down an entire tube of toothpaste, you will get a tummyache. It's not food. That's all it means. There is not enough flouride in the miswak to cause any problems. Flouride is a mineral that teeth use to repair themselves, like calcium. Remember, regular table salt is more dangerous than flouride, and you can freely eat that too. Your body will let you know if it's had enough. This will not happen when using chewing sticks for tooth health. No "the government" (which agency anyway? also miswak is not from the USA.) does not use flouride to control people. You are already controlled just fine using social media sites, exploitative marketing design, and unethical journalism. Being ungovernable does not involve collecting cavities. On the contrary, the better your health is, the more powerful you are against exploitation. So yes, the flouride content naturally occurring in miswak is both fine, and also actually really beneficial and interesting. I never thought of a tree as being a mineral source before, but it makes sense. Dispose of your final disposable toothbrush once and for all. It was as easy as chewing on a stick this whole time!

I tried to wait a whole week before leaving a review but I'm honestly how shocked my oral health has improved in just 5 days that I had to leave one. I seriously may never use a regular toothbrush again. I found out about this product after a YouTube rabbit hole binge on herbalism and holistic care. I have always had issues with my teeth in the past, and have spent thousands of dollars trying to fix it. Our American diet is mostly to blame, and I thought that I just had weak teeth and that I could only do the best I could with what I've got. I have done several holistic approaches to remedy my teeth, all of which have worked to varying degrees of success so I figured it was worth a try after seeing videos of rural people enjoying strong, white teeth with no modern toothbrush. Honestly, I am amazed by the results that I have gotten in just a few days. 1. My teeth feel the cleanest they've ever been. Better than an electric toothbrush. 2. I had stains on my teeth that weren't horrible but very noticeable to me. To the point, I was starting to feel self-conscious about it. The stains and plaque have drastically improved. My teeth are whiter and I'm shocked but mostly delighted bc I have crowns in the front of my mouth and was told by a dentist that I could not do a traditional whitening treatment. It's also not advised to use whitening toothpaste on them bc they scratch the tooth and actually discolor them quicker...so I had no idea what to do. This product is slowly but noticeably whitening my teeth. 3. I regularly use a tongue scrapper. Once in the morning and at night after I brush. While I am still doing this, I've noticed that the build-up on my tongue is not that gross, thick deposit that has been there. My tongue has almost nothing on it and what is there is loose and mostly clear. Lastly, my morning breath is much better. Overall I am very pleased with the product. My only slight con is that it can be a little challenging to get the back of my teeth, but it's not impossible. Just takes practice. If you are on the fence I would say get it and try it out. Some people remarked on the taste, which almost stopped me from buying it, but as an herbalist and someone who has taken bitter herbs/tonics, my palette is much different from most so I purchased it to see. I can understand how some might find it unpleasant, but honestly, the taste is very subtle and not that bad. I thought it would be far worse the way ppl were describing it. If you struggle with oral health this is definitely the product to get you back on track. Thank you for offering it!!

These are alright. They shaved the bark for you so there's a layer of the meat you bite off before the bristles bit. Tastes terrible though. Have to soak in water first even then this is the worst tasting mistake ever. Usually they have a pleasant taste.

When I started using these, I decided not to read the instructions on the package because it was so small and I had the beginning of a headache so I just opened one of the “brushes”, peeled a little bit of an end off and started rubbing the hard bristles gently against my teeth then I remembered I could read the instructions on Amazon so I came here and started reading the reviews. Well, you’re supposed to soak it, etc. to soften the bristles, which I didn’t. I just used it out of the package which worked fine. The smell was a little weird, but it wasn’t offputting or a “chemical“ smell. When I was done, my teeth felt so clean. I kept rubbing my tongue over them because they were so smooth and clean I think between using this and oil pulling, your teeth would be perfectly fine and beautifully clean and white without your usual toothbrush and toothpaste. I’m really disappointed in the one star reviews that people left without really giving it a chance.

Delivered on time and I noticed a difference after just one use, highly recommend 😇

This miswak does what it’s supposed to do and leaves your mouth feeling clean and refreshed. I like using it in the car or on the go since it’s simple and doesn’t require toothpaste or water. That said, there are a few downsides. The wood tends to fray, and the threads can end up in your mouth, which isn’t great. It also dries out fairly quickly, so it doesn’t last as long as expected unless you’re careful with storage. Overall, it’s a decent traditional option with some trade-offs, which puts it at a solid three stars for me.

I absolutely love these, it was my first time trying it and I got my entire family on board. It does have a smell that doesn't go away it's something that you just need to get used to. But after soaking it and warm water and using it for the first time the smell didn't bother me as much as I thought it would. This is definitely something I would purchase again, it leaves your teeth squeaky clean. Just keep in mind that although this is functional, comfortable to use, and has great quality, you should not use this to replace regular everyday brushing. I do like the idea that you can trim the bristles making the product durable.

I wanted to try the Al Falah Sewak Miswak as a more natural way to brush my teeth, and while I appreciate the tradition and concept behind it, my experience has been mixed so far. The miswak does have a distinct coating and taste that I personally don’t enjoy. I followed the instructions to soak the stick first and peel off the outer layer before use, which helped a bit, but the flavor still isn’t something I look forward to. I also didn’t notice any visible whitening of my teeth, despite some of the claims around that. In practice, I find it difficult to reach the back teeth effectively with this, so it doesn’t feel like a complete replacement for a toothbrush. You also still need to floss, so it’s not an all-in-one solution. Compared to modern brushing, this method feels a bit too far back to “caveman times” for my personal routine. That said, I can see the appeal for portability. It could be useful on the go or in situations where you don’t want to carry toothpaste, and I do like the idea of a more natural dental care option. I plan to continue using it for a while longer to see if my opinion improves with time. Overall, an interesting traditional product, but not something I’d fully switch to for daily oral care.