The primary means of controlling supra-gingival dental plaque is through by mechanical action. The daily disruption of dental plaque appears to be critical in countering the deleterious effects of dental plaque. Optimal oral hygiene requires not only the appropriate motivation and instruction of the patient but also the adequate tools....

Oral cancer is one of the most common cancers in India. Tobacco and its various forms of consumption have resulted in a huge burden of oral cancers and precancerous conditions. This book summarizes the epidemiological studies conducted in India, with special emphasis on various tobacco practices in India, Cancer Prevention and strategies....