Abstract

Dr. Shoban Singh* and Dr. Mamta Tiwari

ABSTRACT

Oral disease is a major health problem worldwide and in India, it is not given as much importance due to lack of time however it is very important in maintaining good health because many infections starts from mouth. Dental caries and periodontal disease are two most common globally prevalent dental problems. In India large number of population suffers from periodontal disease. Maintenance of good oral health is not only important for structures in oral cavity but also plays an important role in maintaining general health. Healthy oral cavity is important for healthy G.I.T. As digestion starts from mouth so oral hygiene plays an important role in proper digestion. Food debris cling between tooth give rise to pathogenic organism which may lead to systemic disorders like rheumatic carditis, infective carditis etc. In Ayurveda Dantadhavan is a very important part of Dinacharya. Different Acharyas have mentioned different type of drugs for Dantadhavana. Acharya Charaka have mentioned role of Katu, Tikta and Kashaya Dravyas for Dantadhavana while Acharya Sushruta also added Madhura Rasa Dravyas for Dantadhavana.