Significance of Oral hygiene
Oral hygiene is the practice of maintaining a clean and healthy mouth, essential for preventing various oral and systemic health issues. It involves practices like brushing, flossing, and using mouthwashes, as well as Ayurvedic practices such as Dantadhawana. Maintaining good oral hygiene is crucial for preventing diseases like tonsillitis, gingivitis, and Krimidanta, and it is a key aspect of overall health, appearance, and confidence. Poor oral hygiene is linked to conditions like periodontitis and Mukhapaka, highlighting the importance of regular care.
Synonyms: Dental care, Oral care, Dental hygiene, Oral health, Mouth hygiene, Dental health
In Dutch: Mondhygiëne; In Finnish: Suun hygienia; In Spanish: Higiene bucal
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Hindu concept of 'Oral hygiene'
In Hinduism, oral hygiene involves maintaining mouth cleanliness and health through practices like Gandusha, Kavala, and Dantadhavana, rooted in Ayurveda's principles. These methods are part of Dinacharya, a daily routine, and are key to preventing oral diseases and promoting overall well-being.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) Disturbed this in diabetics leads to a greater preponderance of certain microorganisms, as stated in the text.[1] (2) Oral hygiene is maintained by the regular practice of Dantadhawana, using herbal twigs or toothpastes, which is essential for healthy teeth and gums, and preventing dental diseases.[2] (3) The text states this is a crucial element in maintaining overall health, with treatments like Chaturjaat Kawala playing a role in enhancing this aspect.[3] (4) This is a medical science that focuses on the principles of maintaining the health and cleanliness of the mouth, including practices like brushing and flossing to prevent diseases.[4] (5) This is an important factor in preventing Krimidanta, as well as the maintenance of this, along with the avoidance of acidic foods, which is very important to protect the teeth against Krimi.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) Oral hygiene should be maintained properly as it is compromised due to inadequate mouth opening in OSMF.[6] (2) It is a practice that is often neglected, especially in certain countries, and poor condition can lead to chronic conditions and systemic disorders.[7] (3) Lack of this and unhealthy habits cause erosion of enamel and dentine leading to dental hypersensitivity.[8] (4) It is inevitable for the maintenance of proper health, cleaning the teeth.[9] (5) Poor oral hygiene can lead to problems with diabetes, heart disease and other health issues.[10]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) It is a medicinal plant whose roots, twigs or stems have been used for centuries as oral hygiene tools.[11] (2) Oral hygiene represents an important aspect of a person's health, with a variety of products available in the market that are used for promoting oral hygiene practices.[12] (3) This is very important for Health and is mentioned in the text, highlighting the significance of maintaining a healthy mouth and oral cavity.[13] (4) Oral hygiene refers to the practices of maintaining a clean and healthy mouth, and regular plaque control measures are used as a main stay to maintain oral hygiene.[14] (5) This refers to the practice of maintaining cleanliness of the mouth, which was the primary focus of the clinical trial assessing the custom-made natural tooth powder's effectiveness in children.[15]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Practices related to maintaining cleanliness of the mouth and teeth, emphasized in the Buddhist texts.[16]
The concept of Oral hygiene in scientific sources
Oral hygiene encompasses various practices like brushing and flossing, essential for maintaining mouth and gum health. These practices are crucial for preventing dental diseases, supporting recovery post-surgery, and are particularly important for individuals with specific conditions or undergoing treatments.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a practice of keeping the mouth clean and healthy, and it is important for children with clefts, and intensive dental care is necessary.[17] (2) This is the practice of maintaining the cleanliness and health of the mouth, and it is a crucial factor in preventing oral myiasis, especially for individuals with specific needs.[18] (3) This is a practice of maintaining cleanliness of the mouth and is a part of the current trends for the prevention and treatment of oral mucositis, supplemented by other measures.[19] (4) This is the status of the patient, which was satisfactory with a score of 0.6, according to the oral hygiene index, as stated in the text.[20] (5) Oral hygiene practices like brushing teeth, technique of tooth brushing, type of toothbrush used and frequency of brushing were found to have an association with erosion.[21]
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) Maintaining the cleanliness and health of the mouth, which this toothpaste formulation supports by preventing gingivitis and dental caries.[22] (2) Diabetes can cause a number of health issues including dry mouth and painful sores.[23] (3) Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for maintaining one’s appearance, self-perception, and confidence.[24] (4) This refers to the practice of keeping the mouth clean. Maintaining good oral hygiene is important in preventing subsequent infections.[25] (5) This is a process that includes sanitation and professional hygiene. Teaching about it can improve the pH of mixed saliva.[26]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Salvadora persica toothbrushes are an environment friendly and cheap tool for this.[27] (2) Mechanical and chemical aids are necessary in addition to the toothbrush to achieve sufficiently low levels of plaque.[28] (3) We now have a scientific evidence to justify the use of A. longipedicellata as a mouth rinse which could maintain the oral hygiene and prevent dental carries.[29] (4) All patients must have perfect oral hygiene in order to be included in the study.[30] (5) Oral hygiene refers to practices and procedures used to maintain the cleanliness and health of the mouth, including brushing, flossing, and the use of mouthrinses.[31]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) Oral hygiene is assessed using the Oral Hygiene Index Simplified (OHIS) to evaluate the cleanliness and health of the mouth, categorizing it as good, medium, or insufficient based on the scores.[32] (2) The study evaluated the instructions given to patients on how to maintain this, which included brushing, flossing, and dietary advice, but the instructions were not given to all patients.[33] (3) This is an instruction that is part of periodontal treatment needs, and is important for improving periodontal health and managing conditions like gingivitis and periodontitis.[34] (4) This is the practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean and healthy, which community health workers can educate communities on.[35] (5) Oral hygiene, including practices like tooth brushing, was a key aspect of the intervention, focusing on educating mothers about the proper methods and tools for maintaining good oral health for themselves and their children.[36]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) Good practices, along with regular brushing with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, is more effective for preventing cavities than avoiding sugary foods, as noted in the document.[37] (2) Poor oral hygiene may be an atypical sign found in NERD, similar to those found in GORD, and it is considered an oral involvement manifestation, as stated in the text.[38] (3) This is a set of practices, such as brushing and flossing, that are considered standard measures to maintain oral health and address temporary causes of bad breath like the inclusion of garlic and onions in the diet.[39]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) Oral hygiene refers to practices like brushing teeth and using mouth guards, and a lack of assistance with these practices can lead to poor oral health states.[40]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This refers to the practices that maintain the health of the mouth, including teeth and gums.[41]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This is the practice of maintaining the health of the mouth and teeth, and it is sometimes a subject of research, especially in children, exploring attitudes and behaviors.[42]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Oral hygiene standards among people with disabilities are often decreased due to lack of knowledge, motor inability, dental misalignment, malocclusion, and stagnation of oral fluids.[43] (2) Oral hygiene involves practices to maintain the cleanliness of the mouth, including the use of toothpastes and toothbrushes, which are essential for preventing dental issues like white spot lesions.[44] (3) Oral hygiene is mentioned in the context of continuous improvements in public awareness, yet a large percentage of the population will still require total prostheses.[45] (4) Oral hygiene is discussed in the context of patients placed in intermaxillary fixation, where the effectiveness of different techniques on plaque and gingivitis is considered.[46] (5) Targeting oral hygiene through behavior change models is important for caries prevention, along with reducing sugar intake and improving access to dental care.[47]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) This is the practice of maintaining cleanliness of the mouth, and is assessed as a health risk behavior, its association with tobacco use is investigated.[48]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) Poor oral hygiene is well-established as being associated with the severity of periodontal diseases, indicating a significant connection between cleanliness and gum health.[49]