Oil Pulling for Better Oral Health-Myth or Reality?

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and for which various natural oils like Abstract In this era of holistic approach traditional methods of treatment are gaining importance. Traditional medicine lays emphasis on natural product usage and has few side effects. Oil pulling or oil swishing, in alternative medicine, has been used to prevent decay, oral malodor, bleeding gums, and dryness of throat, and cracked lips and for strengthening teeth, gums, and jaws. It is a simple rejuvenating treatment which when done routinely, enhances the senses, maintains clarity, brings a feeling of freshness and invigorates the mind. Various natural oils like refined sunflower oil, sesame oil, olive oil, coconut oil and liquids like milk and water, gooseberry and mango extracts have been used for oil pulling.