European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

ORAL HEALTH & HYGEINE- A REVIEW ARTICLE

Dr. Pawan Kumar*, Dr. Arjun Dhiman and Dr. Ambika Dhiman

ABSTRACT

Beautiful teeth look attractive whereas Oral health also reflects the body health. This is quite natural, because healthy teeth and a pure breath have always been regarded as an expression of vitality and beauty. Traditional medicine can treat various infectious and chronic conditions. Research has shown that all kinds of chewing sticks described in ancient Ayurveda texts have medicinal and anti-cariogenic properties. Its oil pulling (Kaval, Gandush) practice is claimed to cure about 30 systemic diseases. Amla (Emblic myrobalan), is a general rebuilder of oral health. Bilberry fruit (Vaccinium myrtillus) and hawthorn berry (Crateagus oxycanthus) stabilize collagen, strengthening the gum tissue. Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabral) promotes anti-cavity action, reduces plaque, and has an antibacterial effect. Preventive dental care and intensive oral hygiene are important for your health. Therefore, an attempt was made to validate the review which are mentioned in classics on various therapeutic procedures for the prevention and maintenance of oral health and hygiene.

Keywords: oral health, oil pulling, traditional classics.