Can oil pulling cure gum disease?

I tried curing my swollen gums with just oil pulling for six months and ignored the dentist. It ended up weakening my roots so much that I had to undergo a painful root canal. Please see a dentist before the infection spreads.

Oil pulling is a beautiful ancient Ayurvedic practice that keeps the mouth fresh and healthy. Treat your body with love, but remember that modern dental care is also important for deep-rooted infections.

I do oil pulling every morning with virgin coconut oil and it really helps reduce my bad breath. However, for actual gum bleeding or cavities, I always rely on my regular dentist visits.

I was reading some articles on this and apparently, oil pulling helps reduce plaque-forming bacteria in the mouth. But it cannot cure advanced gum diseases like periodontitis, which need proper medical scaling.