A dentist has revealed the ancient practice he swears by to remove bacteria from the mouth and promote good oral hygiene. 'One randomised control trial showed that oil pulling displayed a similar inhibitory activity on plaque accumulation to chlorhexidine mouthwash,' Dr Ehrlich said. What are the benefits of oil pulling? Oil pulling may be an effective remedy to improve gum health and reduce inflammation. Countless celebrities swear by oil pulling, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Miranda Kerr and Shailene Woodley.

Source: Daily Mail March 18, 2021 23:58 UTC