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Detailed explanation-1: -National Oral Health Programme is being launched for the first time as a National Programme in FY 2014-15.
Detailed explanation-2: -The WHO Global Oral Health Status Report (2022) estimated that oral diseases affect close to 3.5 billion people worldwide, with 3 out of 4 people affected living in middle-income countries.
Detailed explanation-3: -In India, about 85% to 90% of adults have dental cavities, along with about 60 to 80% of children. Also, around 30% of children have misaligned jaws and teeth.
Detailed explanation-4: -The aim of the oral health policy is to provide a framework for prevention of oral diseases and promotion of health by supporting policies and programs that make a difference to our health. The policy recognizes that oral health should be treated like any other serious health issue in the country.