News India Live, Digital Desk: Ayurvedic Dental Care: Nowadays the market is full of expensive toothpastes and whitening strips claiming to brighten teeth. But we often forget that our ancestors had a much more effective and safe solution than these chemical filled products, which is equally effective even today. We are talking about ‘Datun’ or ‘Miswak’, which would not be wrong to be called the world’s first and probably the best ‘Natural Toothbrush’. An Ayurvedic doctor has told how this simple looking tree branch can not only make your teeth pearly white but can also keep them away from diseases. Why is Datun so effective? Datun, especially Neem or Pilu. The branch of the (Salvadora persica) tree is not like any ordinary wood. This is a treasure of qualities. It has natural anti-bacterial, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. It gradually removes the yellowness or plaque on the teeth and brings back their natural whiteness. What is the correct way to use the toothpaste? Just rubbing the toothpaste on the teeth is not enough. To get its full benefit, it is very important to use it properly: Choose the right twig: Always choose a fresh and thick twig as thick as your little finger. It should neither be too dry nor too wet. Chew the tip: Before use, chew the tip of the toothbrush thoroughly with your teeth for about an inch, until it becomes like the bristles of a brush. Brush slowly: Now gently clean your teeth with these natural fibers up and down, inside and out, from every corner. Do not rub too hard. Clean the tongue also: You can also use it as a tongue cleaner by dividing the toothbrush into two parts. Rinse: After brushing, rinse thoroughly with plain water. Preparation for the next day: After use, cut off the brush part and throw it away and wash the remaining part for use the next day. This is an easy and free solution which A great alternative to toothpaste filled with fluoride and other chemicals. It not only makes your teeth shine, but also prevents problems like bad breath, swelling of gums and cavity. So the next time you see someone selling a toothpick, don’t mistake it for just a ‘stick’.