I tried sesame seed oil the first day but it made me gag. The taste is too strong for swishing although great for cooking.
I haven't heard of any scientific tests. It would be interesting for sure, but I am getting results and got noticable results within the first three days. That's what's so great about it. It encouraged me to keep it up.
Sunflower oil isn't bad. I spit it into the toilet and try not to look at it and rinse my mouth out right away because I makes me feel ill. LOL!