Published June 11, 2025 | Version 1

The Impact of Vitamin Deficiencies in Oral Cavity: A Review

Authors/Creators

  • 1. Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, RKDF, Dental College and Research Centre, Bhopal,
  • 2. People's Dental Academy, People's University, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh)

Description

Vitamins  are  organic  compounds  and  are  derived  from  diet.  They  are  required  for  proper  growth, 
development and normal activity of body tissues. They play an important role in maintenance of oral 
health  of  an  individual. They  can  be  fat  soluble  or  water  soluble. The  initiation,  pathogenesis  and 
increase in severity of oral and periodontal diseases, depends on the presence of vitamins in the body. 
Deficiency of vitamins can lead to increased risk of dental caries. They have a significant impact on the 
development of enamel, dentin and bone formation in the oral cavity. They affect the periodontal health 
of an individual.

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2025-05-26

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