Effective Prevention and Management of Dental Erosion and Tooth Decay

Dental caries is a chronic non-communicable condition that afflicts people throughout life, from birth to old age.The prime cause of the disease is the cariogenic bacteria that utilize sugars present in food and beverage products for energy production, resulting in acids damaging both enamel and dentin.It has a direct impact on oral health and psychological well-being and affects the quality of life of people, their families, and communities in general.Despite being largely preventable, the prevalence of dental caries has remained relatively stable over the past three decades, continuing to pose a significant public health challenge [1].