Publications by authors named "Anzil Ks Ali"
J Contemp Dent Pract
August 2017
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to evaluate tobacco use prevalence and related oral health issues among construction workers in Cochin, Kerala, India, finding that a significant majority of workers (1,952 out of 2,163) were tobacco users.
- The research identified various oral mucosal lesions, with leukoplakia being the most prevalent condition (14.75%), indicating a strong link between tobacco use and oral health problems.
- The findings highlight the urgent need for workplace screening and health services to address the high rates of tobacco use and oral lesions among these workers, emphasizing the impact of socioeconomic factors and education on health practices.
