Volume - 13 | Issue-1
Volume - 13 | Issue-1
Volume - 13 | Issue-1
Volume - 13 | Issue-1
Volume - 13 | Issue-1
Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease of tooth-supporting structures caused mainly by specific microorganisms or groups of specific microorganisms present in dental plaque. Smoking is considered as a global epidemic. Its adverse effects are well known which ranges from staining of teeth to life threatening diseases such as cancer. Aims & objective: The aim of the study is to assess awareness of smokers about the adverse effects of tobacco smoking on periodontal health and the challenges faced to quit the habit- a cross sectional survey.