Abstract

LITERATURE REVIEW ON KRIMIDANTA

Komal Kokate* and Girish Kulkarni

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Abstract

Krimidanta is described by Achaarya Sushruta under Danta Rogas. Krimi- worms and Danta- teeth. Worms in teeth said that Krimidanta. Aacharya Sushruta, Acharya Yogratnakar, Aacharya Bhavprakash have mentioned Krimidanta in 8 Danta Rogas, Aacharya Vagbhat has mentioned Krimidanta in 10 Danta Rogas and Aacharya Harita mention Krimidanta in 5 Danta Rrogas. Features of Krimidanta are blackish discolouration of teeth, swelling, cavity formation, blood oozing, pus and sever pain. On the basis of clinical signs and symptoms, it can be compared with dental caries. Dental caries is caused by microbial activity at the tooth surface, is the gradual destruction of enamel, dentine and cementum. It is the most prevalent dental issue in the world. So, need to elaborate and to study it deep on it. In this study gather information from different Samhita’s about signs, symptoms and treatment regarding to Krimidanta.

Keywords: Krimidanta, dental caries, Danta Rogas.