PREVENTIVE AND PROMOTIVE TENETS OF AYURVEDA FOR DENTAL HEALTH

Dental caries is the progressive destruction of enamel, dentine, and cementum initiated due to the microbial activity on the tooth surface. It is one of the most common problems in the Shalakya OPD. Based on the clinical signs and symptoms, it can be co-related with Krimidanta. Dantadhavana is one aspect of dinacharya that is beneficial in maintaining tooth health. Acharyas mentioned various plant and tree-origin twigs that can be used for dantadhavana. To maintain oral health, act as preventive and curative measures for dental care.