These small portions of twig came from a specific shrub, Salvadora persica (the toothbrush tree), widespread throughout the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

At that time, there were already medical papers on Salvadora persica outlining its powerful antiseptic and curative properties and more have been published since on the useful clinical aspects of the plant and its extract.

The doctor, on his return to the UK, decided to develop a toothpaste suitable for the European market and SARAKAN was born!

SARAKAN toothpaste contains the valuable extract of Salvadora and is flavoured with oil of peppermint, clove and geranium. Importantly it contains no alcohol, sugars, artificial colours or preservatives and is suitable for adults, children and vegans.

Furthermore it does not contain Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) which is widely used in many oral health products as an artificial foaming agent. Being fluoride free, Sarakan also offers a choice to those patients who would prefer not to ingest it.

SARAKAN Mouthrinse comprises the main ingredients of the toothpaste together with a well recognized anti-plaque bacterial agent.

The British Dental Health Foundation has accredited SARAKAN with its seal of approval, showing that it conforms to their highest standards.