Your gums are important to the overall health of your smile. “Once you lose one tooth, or your gums begin to recede, it can be downhill from there,” says Dr. Denine Rice. While some family members may tell you about a great new flossing alternative, do your homework first. Oil pulling is one of those new procedures.
Oil pulling is the procedure of using coconut or sunflower seed oil to swish around your mouth. The thought behind it is that the oil attaches to the food between your teeth and removes it. Research does not support that oil pulling does a great job of removing food, in fact, some food can be left behind to mix with bacteria and cause decay, which can lead to periodontal disease.
Periodontist, Dr. Rice recommends completing the tried and true practice of flossing, as it is the only way to guarantee your dental health
and keep your smile in tip-top shape. If you are struggling with your smile and looking to improve your gum health, adding a mouth rinse specific for gingivitis can be a bonus.
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