Family
- Salvadoraceae
Constituents
- Fluorine
- Bactericidal sulfur, which reduces the level of bacteria in the oral cavity
- Sodium carbonate, a mild abrasive that removes stains and whitens teeth
- Silica, which removes stains, plaque and whitens teeth
- Salvadoretin, an alkaloid with bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties, which also stimulates the gums
- Essential oils, which disinfect the oral cavity, give good breath, and stimulate salivary secretion
- Potassium, phosphorus, calcium...
Parts used
- Root
- Fruits and seeds
- Leaves and flowers
Properties
- Antibacterial
- Fungicide
- Elimination
- Purifies, sanitizes the mouth and fights bad breath
- Protects and soothes sensitive gums
- Promotes teeth whitening
Indications
Side effects
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Contraindications
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How to use siwak?
- First, soak the siwak in water for 3 to 5 hours, until soft. The bark is then removed by 1 cm with a knife or scissors. It is important to handle the siwak stick well so as not to damage the gums.
- It is then necessary to separate the pith fibers using your teeth by chewing it.
- To do this, simply chew the naked part of the siwak with your molars and rotate it with each bite to soften the fibers.
- Then the stick is placed against the tooth, making about ten circular movements per tooth, taking care not to exert too much pressure.
- You will need to remember to brush the biting part of the teeth with a simple straight motion.
- Ecological tip: when the siwak stick becomes too short to use, simply plant it in the ground and nature will do the rest.
- For a diverse use and the making of home recipes, siwak branches in powder form are interesting for making toothpaste powder or paste.
- It can also be used in infusions or aqueous macerates, to compose mouth rinses or tooth creams.