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- Title
Recent trends in prevention of oral cancer.
- Authors
Mangalath, Ummar; Aslam, Sachin Aslam; Abdul Khadar, Abdul Hafiz Kooliyat; Francis, Pulikkan George; Karimbil Mikacha, Muhamed Shaloob; Kalathingal, Jubin Hassan
- Abstract
Oral cancers often occurs out of long standing potentially malignant lesions and conditions so called premalignant lesions and conditions. Oral precancer is a intermediate state with increased cancer rate which can be recognized and treated obviously with much better prognosis than a full blown malignancy. Oral cancer risk can be lowered or even prevented by simply understanding basic oral hygiene, different bacteria found in the mouth, and how diet influences oral cancers. Currently, research is being done on the relationship between diet and oral cancer. Oral cancer is a very serious disease that can be prevented. Practicing good oral hygiene is key to help keep the oral cavity clean. Limiting the use of tobacco and alcohol products is also important because these are the causes of most oral cancers. Lastly, eating a well balanced diet that has protective affects can reduce the risk of oral cancer. This includes a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and fish and low in high fat and cholesterol meats, rice, and refined grains.
- Subjects
ORAL cancer; SMOKING &; society; HEALTH management; HYGIENE -- Social aspects; METASTASIS; PREVENTION
- Publication
Journal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry, 2014, Vol 4, pS131
- ISSN
2231-0762
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.4103/2231-0762.149018