¿You are what you eat¿ is a profound truth. Therapy to decrease the levels of oral microorganisms can reduce gingivitis and stabilize periodontitis. Although dietary components play a major role in the pathogenesis of dental caries, diet plays primarily a modifying role in the progression of periodontitis.In this book we are discussing the possible role played by nutrition on overall well being and periodontal health and disease.

Author has completed BDS from MCODS,Mangalore,Manipal University and recently finished her MDS from JSS Dental College and Hospital,JSS University,Mysore specialising in Periodontology.