Ace leader in healthcare Dr Karishma Vijan decodes

Mumbai, 9^th October 2023: In a fast-changing world, and busy lifestyles, healthcare has become a top priority. In this mad rush to stay fit, look and feel fit and beautiful, people even resort to cosmetics. Until now, oral health was often ignored and put on the back burner. Yet, it happens to be the basis of one’s look and personality in a major way and influences the way one looks and feels, since if you feel good, you look beautiful, and you exude confidence. And herein comes Holistic dentistry, which is a popular fix for any dental disorder-related bodily ailments. Dr. Karishma Vijan is a pioneer in this segment shining a spotlight on the significance of oral care and overall health, with specialized attention to women’s oral care needs.

Research in this segment is driving new innovations and solutions to traditional oral problems. Dr. Vijan has been instrumental in furthering the cause of good oral care.

Along with being a practising dental surgeon, she is a researcher, philanthropist, and now an author as well. Her recently launched book, ‘Guide to Oral Care for Women – Your Lifetime Guide to a Great Smile’ is a culmination of years of research and expertise, and aims to educate and empower women about the impact of oral health on their overall well-being. A woman has five stages in her life that are influenced by hormones and every stage has a direct impact on her gum health as well as overall health. As per Pubmed, there is a two-way relationship between PCOS and Periodontal disease. PCOS can exacerbate severe gum inflammation and vice-versa. Due to severe gum disease, the inflammation can increase the chances of diabetes, heart disease and PCOS. That’s why a woman’s oral care needs specific attention which Dr Karishma decodes in her book.

The book was unveiled at the Raj Bhavan where Dr Karishma Vijan, the first author in the world to write a book on oral care for women and highlight its importance. It was launched by the Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra, Bhagat Singh Koshiyari at The Raj Bhavan Mumbai in 2022.

The book received a warm welcome by one and all as it talks about one of the most important and integral aspects of our lives – our oral health and smile, especially when it concerns women.

Dr. Vijan decodes crucial research that a healthy smile and oral health for women are directly linked to overall health and mental wellness. Thus, this book empowers women of all age groups as it is written in a simple easy-to-read language. By focusing on preventive measures and tailored treatments, she aims to revolutionize women’s oral care, ensuring healthier lives for both mothers and their children.

The foreword is written by Senior practicing Gynecologist and obstetrician Dr Kiran Coelho, who is consulted by the likes of Shahid Kapoor-Mira Rajput, Arpita Khan Sharma-Aayush Sharma, Hrithik Roshan-Sussanne Khan, and many more. The book also has testimonials by the likes of Nutritionist Dr Anjali Mukherjee PhD (h.c.) (Dietitics), and chapter contributions by Dr Anjali Chhabria, the eminent Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist and Founder of Mindtemple – Institute of Behavioral Sciences. She is also the founder of Golden Citizens Trust which was statutorily established to do noble work for society during and after COVID. She has been the president of the Bombay Psychiatric Society as well.

Dr Karishma Vijan – making lives healthy with one smile at a time!

About Dr Karishma Vijan: Dr Karishma Vijan is a dental surgeon, author, researcher, and philanthropist. She has been listed as “100 most impactful Global healthcare leaders” by the World Health and Wellness Congress by The Economic Times, ‘Iconic Women’ award at the WEF forum, New Delhi, ‘Woman super achiever’ award title presented by ET Now, and many more.

She is a thought leader, and founder of clinic concepts Quintessence Smiles Dental Care Studio, India’s first holistic dental care clinic in Bandra, Mumbai. She has been an eminent speaker and felicitated at the UK’s prestigious BDIA conference in London. She also has several scientific research articles published in international journals such as the Asia Pacific Journal of Health Sciences and the World Journal of Dentistry. She is also the founder of (Quintessence Smiles Royal Academy for Dental and Medical Research), a leading online academy providing the best online dental courses in India for dentists and doctors, postgraduates in medicine.

Dr. Karishma is a magnetic, kind, and fun-loving person. She brings purpose to the world through her work, is empathetic towards people, and loves to travel and explore new cultures. Dr Karishma’s energetic and can-do mentality and caring nature led her to lay the foundation of “The Unicorn Xpress Trust Foundation” (TUX) with the motto “Empowerment through Healthcare”. This foundation works for the health and well-being of underprivileged women and children across several cities in India.

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