TY - JOUR AU - T, VINOTHA AU - RV, GEETHA PY - 2015/01/01 Y2 - 2024/03/28 TI - NATURAL REMEDY FOR PREVENTING TOOTH DECAY-A REVIEW! JF - Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research JA - Asian J Pharm Clin Res VL - 8 IS - 1 SE - Review Article(s) DO - UR - https://journals.innovareacademics.in/index.php/ajpcr/article/view/2448 SP - 32-33 AB - <p class="Default"> </p><p>Dental caries (tooth decay) is a chronic disease, affecting a large number of populations. The carious process affects the mineralized tissues of the<br />teeth, enamel, dentine and cementum. It is caused by the action of microorganisms on fermentable carbohydrates in the diet. The disease is often<br />described to be progressive and if not treated may expand in size and progress to the pulp leading to pulp inflammation thus pain and discomfort,<br />and the end result will be loss of vitality then loss of the tooth. To promote healthy teeth, many communities have implemented the fluoridated water,<br />a practice started during the 1940s. Other common practices include using fluoride-containing toothpaste for brushing, routine dental cleanings<br />by a qualified practitioner and getting cavities filled. Now, an array of more natural methods are available to promote dental health, prevent tooth<br />decay and provide relief from tooth pain and gum irritation associated with poor dental health. This review discusses about anti-cariogenic activity<br />of raisins. Although raisins are sweet and are considered sticky,” research imply that they do not adhere to the teeth long enough to promote dental<br />caries formation and may help clear other cariogenic sugars from the tooth surface.<br />Keywords: Tooth decay, Streptococcus mutans, Raisins.</p> ER -