The Impact of Vitamin D Deficiency on Oral Health: A Comprehensive Review

Abstract

Vitamin D is an important micronutrient for human health that is stored in body fat. Vitamin D deficiency is a health problem all over the world. The purpose of this study is to provide a concise summary of the current literature on the topic of vitamin D status in India with the ultimate goal of better-comprehending vitamin D deficiency and its effects on dental and oral health. These studies have found that vitamin D deficiency is quite common with estimates ranging from 40 to 99 %. All age groups and high-risk populations were affected. Vitamin D stimulates tooth enamel mineralization by binding to the vitamin D receptor (VDR), which is expressed in a variety of cell types including those that makeup teeth and bones. The public and medical professionals both need to be made more aware of vitamin D's significance and the negative effects of insufficiency. The average Indian diet lacks the vitamin D needed by an adult body. This analysis was conducted to determine how well the public is informed about the role that vitamin D plays in maintaining good oral health. Increasing the amount of vitamin D in the body can reduce the risk of dental caries, periodontitis, and oral cancer in humans.