As'salamu Alaikum dear brothers,
Akhi Karim, I did say above that striking on the face is not permitted in Islam. Yes, Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, forbade it for all humans.
As to hitting with a tooth stick, that is complete nonsense. I totally disagree with it. I do however agree strongly with you that no bruising should be done.
Jazaka Allah Khayr. I have modified my harsh statement above about the beating.
Take care,
Osama Abdallah