Oral health care in infants and deciduous dentition: A review

Abstract

Oral health goes in a close relationship with the general health. Hence, bad oral health affects the personal life and the lifestyle too. It affects interpersonal relationships, concentration, and productivity. Hence, maintenance of oral health, not only maintains the oral cavity, but, also helps maintain a quality life. The process should start right from the prenatal period (oral care of the pregnant mother) and infancy. It has been found from surveys that the presence of dental caries in school going children affects their education as they tend to miss school due to pain and aesthetics.