Smoking Tobacco and Gum Diseases

ISBN-13: 9786138961338 / Angielski / Miękka / 112 str.

Hiral Parikh; Charu Aggrawal; Pavitra Kachhadiya

Opis

Cigarette smoking can exert an effect on periodontal tissues are not completely understood but it is clear that it is still the most significant preventable risk factor for periodontitis.If we are to pursue our strategies of prevention, early detection of disease and prompt intervention then the dental profession should continue to target and educate our young patients about the effects of smoking on periodontal health. In this way dentistry will also be making a significant contribution to the general health and well being of our youth and future generations.

O autorze

Parikh, HiralDR. Hiral Parikh had done her graduation and post graduation in Periodontology from the Govt. Dental College, Ahmedabad. She has also completed her Ph.D. from Gujarat University. Currently, She is the head of Dept. of Periodontology at Narsinhbhai Patel Dental College and Hospital, Sankalchand Patel University, Visnagar, Gujarat, INDIA.