Lack of attention on oral hygiene and the absence of preventive measures on part of people are leading to a sudden surge in the incidence rate of gum infections and dental diseases. Prof Mushtaq Ahmed, head of the dentistry and orthodontics department, JPMC, talking to APP said periodontal and dental caries were the commonest problems among the Karachiites.
“These are leading to a surge in the incidence of otherwise preventable tooth decay among a considerable number of locals,” he said. According to him, caries – an outcome of excessive consumption of carbohydrates, refined sugar and soft drinks with little consideration for proper brushing of teeth – is largely witnessed among children and adolescents.
This spice is golden and aromatic, and it’s a popular ingredient in curries, among other savory dishes. But some people also use turmeric in their beauty routines. It’s used as a remedy for skin conditions like acne and dark spots (hyperpigmentation).Its effectiveness for use in hair removal is mostly anecdotal. And you can find a number of personal reviews and tutorials online. Let’s look at how you can use turmeric to possibly help get rid of hair on the face and body.
Does it work?: It might. Turmeric hair removal is thought to work in two ways: Natural chemicals in turmeric help to stop or slow hair growth. Using a turmeric mask or scrub helps to weaken the hair roots and to mechanically pull hair out of the skin.
