Poor Oral Health among Elderly Patients in Rural India: An Overview

Author:

Shende Vaibhavi1,Wagh Vasant1

Affiliation:

1. Department of Community Medicine, School of Epidemiology and Public Health, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Wardha, Maharashtra, India

Abstract

Abstract In the world, India ranks number 1 in the list of population. According to the World Health Organization, Global Oral Health Status Report (2022), oral disease affects 3.5 billion people. The purpose of doing the study is to know about the oral condition of the rural people. After doing studies, it is observed that there is a lack of knowledge, low level of awareness, motivation among people, and involvement of government. There are several oral health-care systems in India such as governmental and nongovernmental organizations and private practitioners. Poor dental hygiene leads to tooth decay, bad breath, periodontal diseases, gum diseases, loosening of teeth, clicking of jaws, and ulcers. Moreover, if these problems remain untreated, they may lead to some systemic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, endocarditis, pregnancy complications, diabetes, kidney disease, and rheumatoid arthritis. Therefore, it is very important to resolve these problems and special attention should be provided. This study will provide a clearer view of the challenges for rural people in India.

Publisher

Medknow

Subject

General Medicine

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