Publication: 10/01/2022
Page: 4-6
Volume 2 Issue 1
How to cite
Ruth, I. S. (2022). Short communication on oral diseases and prevention. IRESPUB Journal of Medical & Dental Sciences, 2(1), 4-6.
Ivana S. Ruth
Agro-technologist and independent researcher, Istanbul, Turkey
Abstract
Good oral health can have a significant impact on the overall health and well-being of individuals. It affects people physically and mentally. Oral outlook exerts some huge influences on growth, lifestyle, look, speaking, chewing, food taste, and socialization. Oral diseases on the other hand affect an individual’s well-being throughout life. This implies that good caretaking of the mouth, teeth, and gums is crucial. In this article, oral health and diseases, as well as oral diseases prevention are discussed.
Keywords
oral diseases; oral health; dental health.
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