Are All Carbs Created Equal?

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Hello, I am Dr. Gordon West of Gordon West DDS: Cosmetic & General Dentistry in Lafayette. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health.

I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Lafayette dental practice for required cleanings, but did you know that making small but important changes to your diet can improve your oral health?

What Is Oil Pulling?

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Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is the practice of swishing oil in the mouth for twenty minutes to benefit the teeth, gums and overall health and well-being. The oils most commonly used are coconut oil, sesame oil, and sunflower oil.