WISDOM TOWARDS REMINERALIZATION, A LITERATURE REVIEW

Aim/ Objective:The article aims to explore the remineralizing agents used in dentistry, in concern to decrease the occurrence of dental caries.
Background: Human enamel and dentin destruction are subjected to various factors within the oral cavity. Once formed human enamel is biologically irreparable but it is remineralized by saliva. Saliva serves as a provider of Fluoride, Calcium, and Phosphate ions whichis responsible for remineralisation. This review aims to traverse the role of enamel and dentine in demineralization, role ofFluoride, Non-fluoride and Herbalremineralizing agents- their mechanism of action, advantages and disadvantages.
Clinical Significance:This review will replenish the interest of the readers in the prompt use of preventive technique thus facilitates in the reduction of dental caries.