A REVIEW OF OMEGA 3 AND IT’S ROLE IN ORAL DISEASES.

The very long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid and Omega 3 are apparently widely accepted as a part of modern nutrition because of their beneficial effects on metabolism. Unlike saturated fats, which have been shown to have negative health consequences, omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that have been associated with many health benefits. Studies have shown Omega-3 fatty acids to be efficacious in a number of psychiatric and mood disorders, inflammatory disorders, cardiovascular disorders, diabetes and now in oral disorders as well. These reports led to PUFAs becoming one of the most accepted and consumed food supplements. Despite this weight of evidence and the considerable current use, there is still a need for studies, which will determine whether the n-3 omega fatty acids are in fact important functional supplements with no adverse effects. However, its role in dental health has not been reviewed so far. So, this review attempts to explore and present a gist of role of omega 3 in oral diseases.