Why Treat When You Can Prevent? : Preventive Dentistry

Authors

  • Rohit Shah Reader, Department of Periodontology, TPCT’s Terna Dental College and Hospital, Sector-22, Nerul, Navi Mumbai-400706
  • Humera Khatri Intern, Department of Periodontology, TPCT’s Terna Dental College & Hospital, India
  • Dipika Mitra Professor, Department of Periodontology, TPCT’s Terna Dental College & Hospital, India
  • Meenakshi Talati Post Graduate Student, Department of Periodontology, TPCT’s Terna Dental College & Hospital, India
  • Harshad Vijayakar Professor and Head, Department of Periodontology, TPCT’s Terna Dental College & Hospital, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/hsn.v4i8.713

Abstract

 Tooth decay is often called the second most prevalent human disease after common cold. Without effective treatment it can lead to pain, tooth loss or even hamper your smile. It is rightly said, ‘PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE’. A major role in decay prevention is to tip the balance in favor of the beneficial processes. Preventive dentistry aims to stop the progression of dental caries by promoting daily habits and clinical therapies that either promote the remineralization of the tooth surface or prevent the formation of the oral biofilm responsible for lowering the oral pH levels in an attempt to prevent cavity formation. This review provides a perspective of the mechanisms and clinical efficacy of several traditional preventive dentistry measures and also describes the newer technology that shows promising results in preventing dental caries.

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Published

2018-09-30

How to Cite

Shah, R., Khatri, H., Mitra, D., Talati, M., & Vijayakar, H. (2018). Why Treat When You Can Prevent? : Preventive Dentistry. International Journal For Research In Health Sciences And Nursing, 4(8), 47–52. https://doi.org/10.53555/hsn.v4i8.713