The book completely covers the course prescribed by the Dental Council of India, and has been written in comprehensible and simple language. Along with the theoretical part, the clinical part is described under the head of examination comprising inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation wherever required. Tables, diagrams and figures have been revised and they are self-explanatory. A chapter on oral manifestations of systemic disorders covering the diseases/systems which are most concerned in dentistry has been given. A new chapter on "Dental Emergency in Clinical Practice" has been added. One of the distinguishing features of this book is a comprehensive text on the subjects which are just symptoms or signs of diseases. A chapter on pre-anaesthetic check up before dental surgery and certain topics which are not in the course has been incorporated. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) can easily be attempted after reading this book. The appendices consisting of normal biochemical values, WHO immunisation schedule, and several other important subjects are distinguishing features.