With all the advanced mouthwashes out there, one of the best remedies for healthy gums can be found in your own kitchen. By swishing just a bit of coconut or sesame oil in your mouth – called oil pulling - you can improve the health of your mouth and your general health as well. Oil pulling is an Ancient practice dating back 3000 years. It involves swishing and holding oil in the mouth as a part of daily oral care routine. In addition to keeping the mouth healthy, it is said