Milk, honey and hot water containing herbs are just some of the other mediums, explains Guha. For daily oral hygiene, she recommends using coconut or sesame oil, which she says have mild abrasive powers and more healing benefits than other oils and are less harmful.
Results can be expected in a few months, she says, with benefits such as reduced plaque, cavity prevention and stronger gums for individuals who already have a healthy mouth. For the person with plaque buildup, she recommends a teeth cleaning first for faster results. A small study published in involving sesame oil and 20 adolescent boys with plaque-induced gingivitis found that oil pulling reduced plaque and the bacterium Streptococcus mutans.
This bacterium is cited as being a major cause of tooth decay and overgrowth of bacteria in mouth can also lead to gum disease. A larger study published in , also using sesame oil, found similar results, summarizing that oil pulling had a significant effect on plaque and gingivitis. For coconut oil users, lauric acid found in the oil can be a benefit. It is known for its antimicrobial properties, such as the ability to fight off viruses, bacteria and yeasts. Mark Wolff, professor and chair at the New York University College of Dentistry, expresses skepticism about oil pulling's effects on oral health.
There is also little research available on the effectiveness of these treatments to cure other diseases. Guha warns that there can be negative side effects if improper technique is used, including dry mouth, excessive thirst, muscular stiffness, exhaustion and loss of sensation or taste in the mouth. Individuals who are interested in trying kavala or gandusa to treat health conditions need to review all credentials of Ayruvedic practitioners before starting any treatment.
Guha says that there are very few trained professionals in the United States as none of the Ayurveda schools here are accredited; only schools in India provide the proper certifications. However, it is important to brush afterwards to ensure that all of the toxins that are drawn out of the mouth are removed. If it feels weird, keep going. Simply use a tablespoon of coconut oil and swish away. You can take a shower, read, send emails, or perform light household duties while oil pulling to make the time go faster.
Most people suggest pulling for approximately 20 minutes. This will ensure that the oil reaches every nook and cranny of your mouth and that all the bacteria and toxins are removed. If it feels hard to swish around the oil, you may be using too much. Next time you try it, use a little bit less oil. Oil pulling has many health benefits. Not only does it improve your oral health and whiten your teeth, it can also improve the health of your gums, reduce your risk of cavities, and improve bad breath.
It can also improve your overall health and wellness as it draws toxins out of the body. There are hundreds of different types of bacteria in your mouth. While many of them are friendly, others are not. Having some plaque on your teeth is perfectly normal, but if it gets out of hand, it can cause various problems, including bad breath, gum inflammation, gingivitis and cavities. The way oil pulling works is simple — when you swish the oil around your mouth, the bacteria get swept away and dissolve in the liquid oil.
Oil pulling should work with pretty much any oil, but extra-virgin coconut oil is a popular choice due to its pleasant taste. It also has a favorable fatty acid profile, containing high amounts of lauric acid, which has antimicrobial properties 1. For more information about the benefits of oil pulling, check out this article. Oil pulling is an ancient Indian remedy to clean the mouth and teeth.
It is claimed to reduce the risk of cavities, gingivitis and bad breath. Streptococcus mutans is one of the main bacteria in your mouth and a key player in plaque buildup and tooth decay. One study in 60 adults showed that oil pulling with coconut oil for 10 minutes every day significantly reduced the number of S. Another study in children concluded that coconut oil was as effective as a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash at reducing S.
While these results are promising, more studies are needed comparing the effectiveness of coconut oil to other types of oils. Using coconut oil as a mouthwash can significantly reduce the number of harmful bacteria, such as S.
Gingivitis is caused by inflammation of the gums and occurs when your immune system starts attacking the bacteria in the plaque.
One study in 20 adolescent boys with plaque-induced gingivitis compared the effects of sesame oil pulling and a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash. Both oil pulling and mouthwash were effective against gingivitis 4. Coconut oil has similar benefits. Another one-month study in 60 adolescents found that daily coconut oil pulling significantly reduced markers of gingivitis 5. Oil pulling with coconut oil may help reduce inflammation of the gums, also known as gingivitis.
Bad breath, otherwise known as halitosis, is in many cases caused by the smell of chemicals and gases produced by bacteria in your mouth. It makes sense that if you get rid of some of these bacteria and improve your oral health, you reduce the likelihood of having bad breath. A study in 20 adolescents showed that oil pulling with sesame oil significantly reduced all markers of bad breath and was as effective as a chlorhexidine mouthwash 7.
More studies need to examine whether oil pulling with coconut oil has similar benefits for halitosis. But given that it may reduce plaque and gingivitis, it seems likely. Some evidence suggests oil pulling with sesame oil reduces bad breath.
0コメント