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AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT OF HALITOSIS – A SINGLE CASE STUDY

Prof. Dr. Suvarna Golecha*, Prof. Dr. Amruta Pawar and Dr. Shraddha Sunil Khirwadkar

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Abstract

Oral health is integral to general well-being and relates to the qualityof- life. According to Dental Association, 50% of the adult population has suffered from oral malodour disorder, while 25% appear to have a chronic problem. In about 90% of the genuine cases, origin of the odour is in the mouth itself. The standard Western medicine has had only limited success in the prevention of periodontal disease and in the treatment of a variety of oral diseases. Hence, the search for alternative products is required. The global need for alternative prevention and treatment options and products for oral diseases that are safe, effective and economical.

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