Coconut oil has endless uses. It has been known to contain anti bacterial and anti fungal properties for fighting cavity problems. Here are the reasons why you should go for coconut oil for you teeth;
Effective for cavity causing bacteria
Coconut oil has anti-bacterial properties that are effective in killing the bad bacteria in your mouth. Massage coconut oil into your gums for about ten minutes daily for three weeks continuous for better results.
No chemicals
Some toothpaste contains chemicals that are harmful to human even in a very little amount. They contain chemicals like fluoride and triclosan which some people try to avoid
Cheap
Most tooth pastes are expensive in our markets but coconut oil is very cheap and can last for a long time like one month or more making it an extremely cost efficient way to care for teeth.
Simple to make
coconut oil is home made and it does not require as much ingredients. All you need is Coconut oil, baking soda which acts as an abrasive and helps in whitening, essential oils to give your toothpaste flavor and therapeutic benefits and peppermint oil extract
No foaming agents
A common ingredient in toothpaste is a soap called sodium lauryl sulfate. It is used as a foaming agent because it gives people the illusion that the toothpaste is cleaning their teeth simply because it’s foaming up. But with coconut oil, no agent is formed making it the best.