Review Article
Nutrition in Orthodontic Practice: An Indian Perspective
Vinay VB, Mahajan S and Shrivastav T
Orthodontics People’s College of Dental Science Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
*Corresponding author:Vinay V Bedre, Orthodontics People’s College of Dental Science Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, E-mail Id: vinay.bedre7022@gmail.com
Article Information: Submission: 02/06/2025; Accepted: 02/07/2025; Published: 05/07/2025
Copyright: © 2025 Vinay VB, et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
Abstract
In this article, a perspective is provided on nutrition and intersection of orthodontic practice in the Indian context. The focus is on the role of nutrition in enhancing treatment outcomes and patient satisfaction for individuals receiving orthodontic care. By examining the physiological effects of nutrition on
processes such as bone remodelling and tissue repair, the specific nutritional needs of patients are outlined, with an emphasis on essential vitamins and minerals. Furthermore, by analyzing typical Indian dietary patterns, regional differences in their impact on orthodontic treatment outcomes are highlighted. Addressing the challenges of integrating nutrition into orthodontic practice, also the importance of nutrition and the socio-economic factors that affect access to nutritious foods is essential. Through this comprehensive exploration, gaps in current research are identified, and future directions for enhancing orthodontic practice in India, including policy changes and interdisciplinary collaboration, are proposed.
Keywords:Nutrition; Orthodontic Treatment; Dietary Approaches; Patient Education; India
