Author(s): Asaad Javaid Mirza
Poor oral health and hygiene leads to dental caries and periodontal diseases. The researchers have established a strong link between waning oral health and underlying cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and premature births. According to WHO, the burden of oral disease in developed nations is very high and in unprivileged populations it is even higher. Findings of various studies reveal that 60-90% school going children have dental caries and 15- 20% adults of 35-44 years of age suffer from severe periodontal ailments.