Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: Tobacco abuse is the leading but preventable cause of death in the world with approximate 7 million people dying every year. Several non-communicable diseases are associated with tobacco use, such as coronary heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory illnesses. In India more deaths related to tobacco are due to oral cancer than lung cancer as seen worldwide. Objective: the objective of this review article is to describe the types of tobacco products available commercially, the expanse of tobacco abuse in the world and in India, the means of tobacco cessation and finally the importance of the role of a dentist in tobacco cessation. Conclusion: Tobacco abuse is a pandemic and is a culprit to millions of preventable deaths every year and the role of dentists in tobacco cessation is pivotal. Keywords: Tobacco abuse, addiction, Cessation & Intervention.