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Does adding a mouth-exercising device enhance outcomes for OSMF patients?

In 2016, a study led by Dr. Pravinkumar Patil, in collaboration with Dr. Vinay Hazarey, Dr. Rekha Chaudhari, and Dr. Smita Nimbalkar-Patil, has highlighted the clinical efficacy of a novel mouth-exercising device (MED) in treating Oral Submucous Fibrosis (OSMF), a chronic condition that severely restricts jaw movement. Oral physiotherapy, particularly mouth exercises, is already recognized as a crucial component in the treatment of OSMF. The … Continue reading Does adding a mouth-exercising device enhance outcomes for OSMF patients?

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Can physiotherapy alone improve oral opening in oral submucous fibrosis?

In 2009, Cox, et. al., conducted study about Oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) which is a debilitating condition characterized by fibrous bands and painful mucosal burning, which severely restrict oral opening, impeding speech and eating. OSF predominantly affects communities where the consumption of areca nut is common, and its exact cause remains uncertain. Current treatment options, including surgery and medications, often offer limited success and are … Continue reading Can physiotherapy alone improve oral opening in oral submucous fibrosis?

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