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This books presents the various diagnostic aids used in the early detection of precancerous and cancerous lesions.This book is of interest to students and clinicians from the field of Oral medicine, oral pathology and oral surgery.A classification for the diagnostic aids has been written.This book will highlight on the various cancerous and precancerous lesions of the oral cavity.A with a discussion about the etiology, clinical features and pictorial description.The screening tests are discussed in detail.The screening tests include vital staining methods, liquid based cytology, light based detection systems and optical spectroscopy.Imaging modalities for detection of Oral cancer have been discussed.Molecular carcinogenesis and molecular markers have been elaborated in detail.The use of saliva as a diagnostic tool for Salivary biomarkers is also highlighted.This book promises its readers useful information for clinical and academic purpose.