The Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) under the KIIT University here conducted a free dental screening and treatment camp on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day at Panchupal village in the Barang area on Friday.
Around 150 residents of Panchupal were screened for different dental or oral diseases. All residents were explained ill effects of tobacco consumption.
Oral mucosal lesions were screened in all the patients who had habits of tobacco smoking or chewing. Tobacco-associated lesions that were detected in patients were referred to the KIDS for further investigations and treatment.
Moreover, a total of 82 free extractions were done in the camp. Free medicines were given to all those who had extractions and even for other dental diseases. The KIDS team consisted of 14 doctors, dental students and assistants.