Miswak.. a forgotten Sunnah

Miswak.. a forgotten Sunnah, indeed
has many benefits.The usage of
Miswak is a way of cleaning the mouth
and is pleasing to Allah (The Almighty).
Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased
with him) reported: The Messenger of
Allah (sallallaahu ’alayhi wa sallam)
said, "Had I not thought it difficult for
my Ummah, I would have commanded
them to use the Miswak (tooth-stick)
before every Salah.''
[Al-Bukhari and Muslim].
Physically, the Miswaak is a natural
toothbrush. It is composed of a
compact group of minute natural
fibers that perform exactly the same
function as a normal toothbrush
except that it is made of natural
rather than plastic fibers. For this
reason it may be more gentle on the
gums. Miswaak's natural toothpaste is
made up of many substances that are
important for cleaning teeth.
Many researchers have studied the
Miswaak in depth, and have proven
that Miswaak contains over ten
different natural chemical compounds
considered essential for good oral and
dental hygiene, including fluoride.
The medical benefit with Miswaak has
been extensively recorded. A number
of research have indicated that
Miswaak, when used properly, serve as
a stain remover and teeth whitener,
protect teeth against caries, are
bactericidal and antiseptic, help in
healing and to repair tissues, promote
building of tooth enamel, and give the
pleasant taste and smell.