New Delhi, April 14 -- Be it removing bad odour, removing debris or even preventing gum disease, oil pulling is an ancient Indian technique that seems to have most answers to your dental health. It is known to prevent the formation of plaque and also preserve your gums. Oil pulling has also gained global popularity over the years, and Hollywood celebrities such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Miranda Kerr, as well as Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have endorsed the technique to maintain their pearly whites.

Oil pulling is more of a preventive procedure, and can help with bleeding gums and tooth decay. However, there are still mixed views on how effective oil pulling is when it comes to curing ailments. Health Shots got in touch with oral and dental surg...