04/09/2026
Oil Pulling: If you’re oil pulling instead of brushing… we need to talk.🥥🦷
Oil pulling has become a social media trend, but what does science actually say?
✔️ It may help reduce some oral bacteria.
✔️ It can be used as an additional oral hygiene practice.
However…
❌ It doesn’t replace brushing or flossing.
❌ It doesn’t cure cavities or gum disease.
❌ It doesn’t provide professional-level teeth whitening.
My advice? Use evidence-based habits first, and if you enjoy oil pulling, treat it as an optional supplement—not a substitute.
📍Dr. Neha Sachdeva
Award-Winning Prosthodontist & Oral Implantologist
VIN SMILES Advanced Dentistry | Greater Kailash Part 2 | South Delhi