OIL PULLING: A SUSTAINABLE PROCEDURE FOR MAINTAINING ORAL HYGIENE
Journal Title: World Journal of Pharmaceutical and Medical Research - Year 2019, Vol 5, Issue 3
Abstract
Mouth is considered as the mirror of the general health of human body. Oral cavity harbours billions of microorganisms. Some of these contribute to the development or progression of systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus etc. oral health and general health is interrelated. So it is very important to maintain oral health. Oil pulling is claimed to improve oral health. It is mentioned in Ayurveda as ‘Kavala’ or ‘Gandoosha’. The present article attempts to review and discuss this ancient practice.
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Dr. Yashwant Singh
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