Why coconut oil is good for your teeth

2. Coconut oil is an edible oil extracted from the
meat of coconuts. It is high in lauric acid,
which has been known to kill harmful
bacteria, fungi and viruses in the body.

3. The lauric acid in coconut oil attacks harmful
bacteria in the mouth that can cause bad
breath, tooth decay and gum disease.

4. Oil pulling with coconut oil helps decrease
plaque buildup by attacking harmful mouth
bacteria. It can also help fight gum disease.

5. Oil pulling is the act of swishing oil in your
mouth for 15 to 20 minutes and then spitting
it out. It removes harmful bacteria and
plaque.

6. In addition to oil pulling, you can make
your own toothpaste using coconut oil,
baking soda and essential oil.

7. Coconut oil attacks the harmful
bacteria in your mouth.

8. It can reduce plaque buildup, prevent tooth
decay and fight gum disease

9. For these reasons, oil pulling or brushing
your teeth with coconut oil can
significantly improve oral and dental
health.