Short communication on oral diseases and prevention

Author(s)

Ivanna S. Ruthy; 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

Cite this paper

Ivanna, S. R. (2022), Short communication on oral diseases and prevention, IRESPUB Journal of Medical & Dental Sciences. Volume 2, Issue 1, Jan-Feb 2022, Page 4-6

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