Complimentary and Alternative therapy in dentistry - Yoga
Journal Title: International Journal of Dentistry Research - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Modern day habits, sedentary lifestyles, hectic work schedule and lack of physical activity leads to stress accumulation in the body. Stress in turn results in depression, anxiety, mental health problems and leads to lack of motivation and personality disorders, a vicious cycle sets in. Stress response is the mechanism by which the body reacts to any threat or damage. An automatic process known as “fight or flight” comes into play due to the body’s defence mechanism, during a time of danger. High blood pressure, anxiety and depression are results of stressful lifestyle. Apart from affecting the mental and physical health, it also degrades oral health. Occurrences of canker sores, teeth grinding, TMJ disorders, gum diseases and dry mouth are a few to mention. Stress can exaggerate and cause tooth loss. Yoga is said to unite the body, mind, spirit and prevents impairment of cellular immunity seen during stress. Scientific literature has evidence that practise of yoga causes down regulation of the hypothalamic pituitary – adrenal axis and thereby improves mental and physical health. This review paper highlights the importance of YOGA-A HOLISTIC APPROACH in combating and preventing dental problems.
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Pavithra R, Preethi V, Priyadharshini N
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- DOI 10.31254/dentistry.2018.3304
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