Coconut oil

Recent studies by the UK Society for Microbiology showed that coconut oil prevents the growth of one of the bacteria responsible for tooth decay and is also able to inhibit the growth of fungi responsible for mouth ulcers.
The team studied the action of coconut oil, treated with enzymes similar to those found in natural human digestion, against streptococcus bacteria. The most common bacteria in the oral cavity.
The oil inhibits the growth of most strains of streptococcus, including streptococcus mutans, which produces the acid that causes tooth decay.
The scientists also discovered that the oil also acts against Candida albicans, which causes candidiasis.
They proposed incorporating the modified coconut oil enzyme into dental hygiene products to prevent high rates of tooth decay in children in industrialised countries.
Proper prevention will help to maintain good dental health. If you have any doubts, come to Clinicas Udemax for a dental check-up. At Clinicas Udemax we have the latest technologies for the detection of any oral pathology.