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Area of Science:

  • Oral Medicine and Radiology
  • Dental Public Health

Background:

  • Oral mucosal disorders (OMD) are a significant global health concern, with higher prevalence in India.
  • Demographic factors such as male gender, lower education, and lower socioeconomic status are associated with increased OMD risk.
  • Areca nut consumption is a notable risk factor contributing to the high incidence of OMD in certain populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the demographic profile of patients with oral mucosal disorders in the Darbhanga region.
  • To investigate the association between OMD and various risk factors including socioeconomic status, education, and habits.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study analyzed data from 5620 patients with OMD over 36 months.
  • Data collection involved detailed case histories and clinical examinations.
  • Statistical analysis included simple t-tests to evaluate demographic associations.

Main Results:

  • Males constituted 75.01% of the OMD cases studied.
  • Individuals with low socioeconomic status (49.09%) and graduate education (36.12%) were frequently affected.
  • Smokeless tobacco habits were reported by 47.29% of patients, with over half (57.12%) using these habits more than twice daily.

Conclusions:

  • Younger populations exhibit a higher incidence of oral mucosal lesions compared to older individuals.
  • Prevalence of habits like smoking and smokeless tobacco use increases with age and is higher in males.
  • These habits are significant contributing factors to the development and increased incidence of oral mucosal disorders.