What is the role of physiological coherence and epigenetics in the etiology of dental caries?

[摘要] This short communication aims to highlight the role that physiological coherence may play in dental caries. Although many theories are proposed, there is no universally accepted theory for the etiology of dental caries. Existing theories tend to give power to insults from outside the organism, whereas the theory of physiological coherence gives power to the organism operating in harmony which offers protection from within. Does physiological coherence play a role in dental decay? Is dental decay a sign of a breakdown in physiological coherence? Is there more than one mechanism of decay? Physiological coherence occurs when the heart and brain are well-coordinated, united by our positive emotional health; resulting in increased synchronization, harmony, and efficiency in the interactions within and among the physiological, cognitive, and emotional systems of the body, including the craniofacial region, which produces saliva. High heart coherence causes an increased order and complexity in crystallization patterns in human saliva which releases the intelligence embedded in the proteins. When there is physiological incoherence such as in mouth breathing, the salivary proteins become dysfunctional; and thereby, allowing caries unopposed access to the tooth surfaces. It is proposed that should this be the case then caries management should be directed to include methods to regain coherence so as to harmonize the body systems to regain correct signaling and function.

[关键词] Dental caries;epigenetics;physiological coherence;salivary proteins