Use of coconut oil
Why use coconut oil for teeth?
Are you looking for natural tips to take care of your teeth and gums? Do you want to keep your teeth white and your gums healthy? Look no further, the benefits of coconut oil are for your oral health.
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How to use coconut oil on your teeth?
At room temperature, below 25°C, coconut oil is in solid form. To use it more easily, it should be liquefied by placing the bottle under a stream of lukewarm water for a few moments.
Pure use, directly in the mouth
When used pure on your teeth and gums, pour a little coconut oil into a spoon, then pour it into your mouth. It is then important to leave it on for at least 10 minutes (especially for mouthwashes) to benefit as much as possible from the properties of coconut oil.
Coconut oil in your oral care
Coconut oil can be used in many treatments for your teeth and gums, alone or combined with other active ingredients such as baking soda or clays. Respect the quantities specified in the recipe for optimal results.
Who is coconut oil for?
Very versatile, coconut oil is perfectly suited to all people wanting to take care of themselves naturally.
Our complete recipes and DIY formulations
3 quick recipes & tips for oral care using coconut oil
Homemade toothpaste with coconut oil:
Mix 40 ml of mint hydrosol + 0.3 g of xanthan gum (wait for the gum to be completely hydrated). Then add 15 g of white clay + 50 g of calcium carbonate + 2 g of baking soda + 5 ml of coconut oil + 10 drops of peppermint essential oil + 20 drops of grapefruit seed extract . Mix well !
Sanitizing mouthwash:
Place 1 tablespoon of ORGANIC coconut oil in your mouth and rub it between your teeth like a classic mouthwash for about 10 minutes. Coconut oil will help cleanse your mouth by eliminating bacteria harmful to your oral health, slow down the formation of tartar and reduce bad breath. Then spit out the coconut oil and rinse your mouth with water.
Whitening treatment for teeth:
Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of organic coconut oil preferably. Brush your teeth normally using this mixture then rinse. To be done once a week.
Properties and benefits
What are the benefits of coconut oil for teeth?
Coconut oil is full of properties and benefits! Discover its benefits for your oral hygiene:
Coconut oil to purify the mouth
Can't stand the taste of classic mouthwashes? Do you feel the need to purify your mouth? Discover coconut oil as a mouthwash! In addition to its sweet coconut taste, this vegetable oil contributes to good oral health by purifying your mouth thanks to its antibacterial properties. However, it does not replace daily hygiene measures such as washing your teeth with a suitable toothpaste.
Coconut oil to whiten teeth
Who wouldn't want to have a dazzling smile revealing beautiful, white teeth? This is timely, coconut oil helps make teeth white and shiny and even reduces plaque! To do this, refer to our express recipes below!
To reduce inflammation of teeth and gums
Do you have particularly sensitive gums? Are your teeth prone to inflammation? We have excellent news, coconut oil can effectively reduce dental inflammation thanks to its powerful anti-bacterial properties. It also allows, thanks to repeated mouthwashes, to prevent gingivitis and thus to avoid small bleeding when brushing.
To fight bad breath
Did you know what causes bad breath? Also called halitosis, it is actually caused by the proliferation of bacteria, particularly on the tongue since it brings together 60% of the bacteria present in the mouth at its crevices. The best way to prevent bad breath is to brush twice daily using a soft-bristled toothbrush (for sensitive gums) and a suitable toothpaste. But when this is not enough, coconut oil as a mouthwash can effectively fight against this real scourge. We owe this great quality to its composition which, as explained above in this article, has recognized antibacterial properties.
Show more HideDetailed properties of coconut oil for teeth
ANTIBACTERIENNE
Highly concentrated in lauric acid (a saturated fatty acid present at 50% in its composition), coconut vegetable oil has formidable antibacterial properties which are used both for making homemade deodorant and natural dental care. .
HEALING
The particular composition of coconut oil gives it healing properties which, in the particular case of oral care, helps soothe canker sores and accelerate their healing.
Precautions for use
No contraindication. Coconut oil is safe for oral care.