Journal of maxillofacial and oral surgery
May 12, 2023
BACKGROUND: Oral cancer is the most prominent cancer subtype among all head and neck cancers, the incidence and prevalence of which has been consistently increasing in past years around the globe. At advanced stages, oral cancer imparts significant m...
Journal of maxillofacial and oral surgery
Feb 18, 2021
PURPOSE: Vitamin D plays an essential role in subchondral bone, cartilage, and periarticular muscle. This study aims to assess the prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in temporomandibular disorder (TMD) patients.
Journal of maxillofacial and oral surgery
Mar 7, 2019
INTRODUCTION: The tobacco use and the dietary intake/levels of vitamin C and E, and the trace elements, iron, copper, zinc, and selenium are interrelated with the development of oral precancer. These micronutrients are necessary for maintaining good ...