The textbook "Cognitive Ability as a Determinant of Oral Health & Social Status" offers a comprehensive analysis of the relationships between cognitive abilities, social status, and the oral health of adolescents in India. It examines in detail how cognitive abilities serve as a crucial factor for socioeconomic status and oral health. The author, Rekha Rao Karnam, presents statistical evidence that highlights the impact of cognitive development on the overall health and social status of adolescents. The book is clearly structured and provides valuable insights into the importance of oral health for the well-being of young people. It is aimed at professionals in the fields of medicine and nursing, as well as students interested in the interactions between cognitive abilities and health.