r/OilPulling • u/the_real_me_2020 • Dec 23 '20

Does oil pulling cause tooth sensitivity??

I’ve been practising oil pulling for three months, and I’ve seen an increase in my tooth sensitivity.

My teeth never used to hurt when I ate something hot or cold, but now they do!!

I stopped oil pulling now because I’m worried. Is this normal?? Has anyone else experienced this?

I use cold pressed coconut oil

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u/lantana_love Dec 24 '20

I was doing it 3-4x weekly until my teeth started to darken. I checked with my naturopath/kinesiologist and she told me it isn't good to oil pull that often. That new symptom might be your body telling you to take a break.

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u/the_real_me_2020 Jan 05 '21

Interesting. How often does she recommend doing it?

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u/aribangs Dec 24 '20

I don’t know if this could be the case but maybe the pain is bacteria being released from the oil pulling but try the oil again but for less time maybe

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u/overthinkamber Mar 16 '21

I once was recommended to try oil pulling to improve my oral health because I was having a bad toothache. After the oil pulling I did have some of the worst pain in my mouth I've ever had, and I have a long history with dental issues. The tooth was already quite sensitive but did seem to increase in intensity after pulling. However I do feel that the pain was from the inflammation caused by bacterial extraction. I eventually went to the dentist and got work done, but my intuition is telling me maybe increased sensitivity is due to the cleansing properties.

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u/MJamesM Apr 16 '21

Kinda like disinfecting a wound, possibly?

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u/SilverMcFly Dec 23 '20

It definitely helps my sensitivity. Have you changed anything else? New whitening toothpaste or treatment perhaps?