This awareness article is shared by scanO – presenting the 2024 India Dental report, which highlights alarming insights into India’s oral health based on the AI-dental screening company’s platform research.
Findings reveal that the average Indian suffers from six dental diseases, with dental stains (64%), tooth decay (48%), and attrition (46%) being the most common issues. These findings highlight significant gaps in preventive care and serve as a calling for immediate action to address the country’s growing oral health crisis.
Indians grapple with six dental diseases on average: India’s 2024 scanO dental recap
64% of Indians Struggle with Stains, 48% Face Tooth Decay, and 46% Experience Attrition
India, January 22, 2025 – scanO, India’s leading AI-powered dentistry ecosystem, today released its India Dental Report for 2024. Based on platform data collected over the past year, the report highlights key oral health trends, revealing that the average Indian faces six dental diseases. The report identifies dental stains (64%), tooth decay (48%), and tooth attrition (46%) as the most prevalent oral health issues across the country. States like Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, and Karnataka have the highest recorded cases, painting a concerning picture of the nation’s oral health.
64% of Indians Affected by Dental Stains
The report shows that 64% of Indians are grappling with dental stains caused by common dietary habits and lifestyle choices. Tea, coffee, and turmeric-based dishes, staples in the Indian diet, contribute to persistent staining. Smoking and chewing betel nuts further compound the issue.
Urban populations increasingly seek cosmetic dental solutions to address stains, but many in rural and semi-urban areas delay care due to limited access, fear, or lack of awareness.
Tooth Decay Impacts Nearly Half of India’s Population
Tooth decay, affecting 48% of Indians, is identified as the most widespread dental condition. It begins with plaque accumulation in pits and fissures, leading to cavities that often go unnoticed until severe stages. Poor oral hygiene and frequent sugar consumption are primary contributors, particularly among children and young adults. Left untreated, decay can cause pain, infection, and tooth loss, highlighting the importance of early detection and regular dental visits.
46% of Indians Experience Tooth Attrition
Attrition affects 46% of individuals, caused by enamel erosion due to dietary habits, stress-induced grinding, and misaligned teeth. Stress-related clenching, particularly in urban areas, is a growing contributor to this condition. Attrition often progresses silently, leading to sensitivity and shortened teeth. Severe cases can result in chronic pain and long-term damage if not addressed early.
“India’s oral health crisis is a stark reminder of how neglecting prevention can snowball into widespread public health challenges,” said Dr. Vidhi Bhanushali, CEO and Co-founder, scanO. “Stains, tooth decay and attrition may seem like surface-level concerns, but they expose systemic gaps that stretch far beyond oral health, affecting productivity and overall quality of life. The road ahead demands a fundamental shift in how we approach healthcare—by breaking barriers of accessibility, resistance, and awareness. At scanO, we are unlocking a culture of prevention by leveraging AI diagnostics to bring care directly to people’s fingertips, whether through a mobile app or kiosks at their local dental clinics or in underserved regions. Prevention is the foundation step on which India’s smiles will thrive.”
Here are some tips from Dr. Vidhi Bhanushali to make oral care a daily habit:
(Dr. Vidhi Bhanushali, CEO and Co-founder of scanO, on how proper routines and AI-driven solutions like scanO can drive a culture of prevention in India.)
Brush Twice Daily: Clean your teeth with fluoride toothpaste every morning and night to keep cavities at bay.
Don’t Skip Flossing: Remove plaque and food particles from hard-to-reach areas to prevent gum disease.
Cut Down on Sugar: Minimize sugary snacks and drinks to reduce the risk of tooth decay.
Say No to Tobacco: Smoking and chewing tobacco can stain your teeth, damage gums, and lead to serious oral health issues.
Visit Your Dentist Regularly: Schedule regular check-ups to catch problems early and avoid costly treatments later.
Act Quickly: Don’t ignore signs like sensitivity, discoloration, or bleeding gums—early intervention can save teeth and smiles.
Methodology:
This research is based on data collected through scanO’s AI-powered platform, analyzing responses from 1,76,763 individuals across India between January 2024 and December 2024. The study focused on assessing key trends in oral health, including the prevalence of dental stains, attrition, and related lifestyle factors. Participants were selected from diverse urban and semi-urban regions, ensuring a representative sample of India’s population. scanO’s platform leverages advanced AI diagnostics to provide accurate insights into oral health patterns. All data was anonymized and aggregated to maintain participant confidentiality. scanO adheres to the highest standards of data integrity and employs methodologies aligned with globally recognized research principles, ensuring reliable and actionable findings.
About scanO
scanO is a Pune-based health-tech company redefining preventive oral care through AI-powered innovation. The scanO AI ecosystem comprises three dental care solutions — scanO mobile app; scanO air kiosk; and scanO engage app. Collectively, the scanO AI ecosystem effortlessly streamlines dentistry workflows so dentists can focus on delivering holistic, high quality patient-centric outcomes more effortlessly. Since 2018, scanO has performed over 19 lakh scans across India, the UAE, South Africa, and Zambia. As at. Made in India for the world, scanO’s AI-powered technology combines precision and accessibility, empowering clinicians to elevate patient care globally. Committed to transforming oral health, scanO is setting a new standard in prevention, helping communities achieve healthier futures, one scan at a time.
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Beti Bachao Beti Padhao -A decade of walking the talk
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao -A decade of walking the talk.Save the Girl Child and Educate her.It was launched in 22nd January 2015 by Government of India.Today marks a decade of making the girl child become the symbol of change in India.
It’s not easy.There’s still a lot to achieve. But a few of our favourite schemes have helped this project of GOI become a beacon of hope.
Sukanya Samriddhi
Sainik School for women
Kanyashree by the Government of West Bengal
Swach Bharat
Women entrepreneur support. All aim to help women do more .
Mandatory Maternity leave.
Ujjala scheme
Support from the womb and the life beyond is a big responsibility.The Government is doing it’s part ,as a society we must do ours.The RG Kar doctor’s death is the point we must remember which needs work.Not only we need to train girls in self defence but also make workplaces safer and help raise sons who understand the value of supporting and strengthening their women partner.
Weed out the predators and evil amongst humans and women will rise higher.Saving the girl child is a good start.Now make them unstoppable warriors like Maa Durga.
Sharing is good Karma!
Do you know me?
So Richa Singh of my favourite Blogchatter asked us to share a few things on LinkedIn as a part of getting to know us a little better in 2025.
I know Richa and Blogchatter since 2017 as a newbie blogger.I grew as a blogger ,making many blogger friends ,while Blogchatter helped me start earning blogging,writing and more.
My first job:
I tutored my sister’s friends .
A secret super power:I have a Martha Stewart gene.I cook well,bake bread and have a very green thumb!
A year you can’t forget
2000 :I entered Calcutta Medical College as an undergraduate.
An achievement you are super proud of
Becoming a doctor.
An Elevator pitch of introduction to me:
Hi, I am Dr.Amrita Basu.I am an ENT and Head-Neck surgeon with a very green thumb,a colourful imagination and I moonlight as a Creative writer sharing brand stories both through my blog and books.2025 marks a decade of writing online and you can find my work at https://lnkd.in/d8zA2J4G
#Doctor #Healthwealthbridge #Writing #Blogger #Health #Wellness
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Nice Day for Doing nothing plus Audiobook Release!
A nice day for doing nothing!This was said by Daddy pig of the Peppa pig fame.I have realized you need to do a little bit of nothing every day.Quality of life improvement by doing nothing is my way of self care.
But what constitutes “nothing“,when you are an adult?Kids seem to have no trouble playing with cardboard boxes and old toys or making up mindless(to us) games.Its an inbuilt talent which we seem to lose as adults .Just like creativity and the inner genius ability to do nothing with joy is a childhood habit which needs nurturing .
My version of doing nothing is rereading a favorite book(paperback) or read a mystery book, curled under the blanket on the bed with my daughter happily reading her own newest/favorite story book or painting .Stopping the busy work of thinking and doing,needs a break and that’s where the connection to self happens.State of flow starts with letting the mind rest but not stagnate.
2024 was a strange year.The Abhaya RGkar incident happened on 7th August and its 8th January as I type this.I hope justice is served and the killers and all those who planned this get their dues.But whatever happens the young doctor will never again be amongst us.We lost a young spirit to evil at a place where she went to heal people while staying on duty for 36 hours at a stretch .I am glad I resigned in 2018 because the duties were too much and I couldn’t cope the juggle.Overworked and underpaid after becoming a specialist ENT surgeon was never my goal.So I left my job in 2018 and did my own thing.I don’t know whether thats an easier or a more difficult path.It just felt right and continues to feel right.I sleep better and worry less.Finding my own path is the best gift I could give myself and I feel blessed.Its 2025 .A chance to some more.
Incidentally I published the Audiobook version of How to Walk Write and Garden for the Healthy Life you Want .
Here are the links to the marketplaces where its currently avavilbale.It’s free in many of them,if you have a subscription!
Live everyday like its your last chance to do something meaningful.Because you just never know.
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How To Know Whether You Can Be A Chef Full Time?
How to know whether you can be a chef full time?You can’t until you actually become a chef plus there’s no simple answer.
Just like I now know, I don’t want to work at anything 24×7×365 .Luckily I enjoy being a doctor but not the unnatural unhealthy workload the Government hospitals and Medical Colleges have .Doctor heal thyself made me step back. I couldn’t cope.
I was asked “didn’t you know ,you would have to do this?”.
Honestly at the premium colleges I studied in ,there were many teachers and there was no dearth of faculty .There was a division between the hospital and the medical education side,which is required, as patient care is impossible to juggle with anything else.But I digress I wanted to share about the site culinaryschool.org which gives a very interesting list of culinary schools.
A very close relative ,who was passionate about cooking , wanted to study hotel management and a weird older sister told her that it was too much work since the training starts at the bottom.
If there were sites like the culinaryschools.org it would help.Maybe all career options should have online and offline try-it-out or internship options too ,before you make the choice which can make or break you.
While real life is always better ,sometimes we don’t ever want to try dangerous things,unsuitable or unsustainable carrers,harmful food and that’s why knowing what works for you,what’s junk and what’s not must start early.Good food and junk needs to be strictly separated and kids do learn great with play.
The many games on the culinary schools site are fun ,entertaining and informative,while the extensive Directory of schools are a treasure trove.
Fitness Food run is one such game ,which I played to check whether it actually made sense.I also liked Fast food combat .It was easy to understand and kids will understand that free fruits and veggies are better than frozen and stale ones.
Sometimes interactive games serve a purpose.That’s why I played the recycling games where Tom and Jerry show river recycle game shows us how Tom and Jerry are cleaning up the river.I am a passionate advocate of environmental health and choosing to keep nature clean is our way of growing food rich in nutrients.
In case of online games ,be careful about how long you spend time on sites and kids must always be under supervision.
This is a partnered post .Kindly read my disclosure .
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Winter: Things I love (Then and Now)
I grew up in Kolkata where winters meant cool mornings,cold nights but daytime required just a plain cardigan at most.
At nights, we looked forward to the lep/blanket which was a bright red colour ,hand-made stuffed with cotton and was taken out to be aired, well before the nights we needed them.
The weight of those comforters were way more than the modern ones and the cotton in them kept us warm as toast.
Then came those Darjeeling oranges .Sweet tangy and just the right amount of skin on them.Absolutely binge worthy.Lake market in South Kolkata had some of the best fruits on offer and my mother ensured we never fell short of fruits.
Winters also meant the long Christmas holidays which a Convent school usually has.But since I studied in West Bengal board,the final exam of the year happened in December just before Christmas holidays. That meant, that particular school holidays were really happy holidays.
My mother was working at a Central Government office with her work place at Park Street .Come winter holidays, Park street , New Market and Kolkata herself was decked up in all holiday fineries.Christmas decorations and lights made the entire place look like a giant party zone.
My sister was working there from 2018 to 2023 .While coming back from work in December, she shared pictures and videos of all those fairy lights.That made nostalgia nostalgic!
While there was a school picnic at Victoria grounds or Nicco park where we shared ,fried rice,chilli chicken,dosa, ice cream and cold drink without thoughts of calories,seed oils or food additives family picnics always had home cooked food.My mother and aunts remembered to cook and pack luchi, aloor dom and sandesh for breakfast ,followed by plain rice ,dal,aloo bhaja ,mutton kasha,mishti for lunch even if we visited the Alipur Zoo .As kids it was a no worry zone about what to eat.We ate everything .
My friend Rukmini’s mom Debjani aunty,took us out for Christmas Eve dinner and a stroll down Park Street.Those were good times.
As a grown up now winters are full of picnics in mango orchards at Malda,New Year’s Eve dance party at our Kolkata apartment complex,winter vacation with family and friends, winter mornings in the village home,winter garden full of Petunia, Marigold,Rose.
I still love curling under a blanket with a good book .
New memories in old places and new .That’s what seasons of life is about.
What’s your favorite winter memory?Let me know in the comments below.
