Thilo Grauheding, in his capacity as a dentist, and Orias Steinmet, dental technician by profession, have job-related to do daily with teeth and brushing behavior. The current dental culture is roughly equivalent to our general consumer culture. It is harmful to humans and nature. So they developed the SWAK toothbrush in 2006, an eco toothbrush that combines the traditional Miswak dental care with a modern toothbrush.
The advantages of the SWAK-toothbrush
The bristle head of the SWAK toothbrush is made from the soft and fibrous twigs of the "toothbrush tree" (salvadora persica L.) instead of nylon bristles. The specially stranded heads can easily be screwed into the reusable plastic handle. Thus, the amount of waste of toothbrushes is reduced significantly and resources are saved. The natural bristles of miswak contain natural ingredients like Fluoride, Silicate, Vitamin C, Tannins, Saponins, Flavonoids, Potassium, and Calcium, which support the health of teeth and oral mucosa. The ergonomic plastic handle of the SWAK toothbrush is made from renewable resources (cellulose).
If after some uses the natural ingredients of the Miswak wood are washed out, the SWAK toothbrush can be replenished sparingly with the SWAK tooth salt.
SWAK: Fair and sustainable
Fairness and sustainabilty are the central concerns of SWAK EXPERIENCE UG. All people, regardless of their abilities, generation and nationalities should feel comfortable in making the SWAK toothbrushes. This also includes the fair remuneration of all involved parties. The SWAK brush heads are produced and the brushes assembled and packaged by members of the workshop for disabled people run by the charity DRK Sozialwerk Bernkastel-Wittlich. The SWAK toothbrush is completely produced in Germany. This results not only in the shortest possible transport routes, but it also safeguards jobs in the own country.
So, do no longer grit your teeth, just try to “SWAK”. It\'s enjoyable and healthy. The organic SWAK toothbrush and brushes for replacement can be found on Greenpicks.