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New Addiction Research Findings from Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Discussed (Incidence and patterns of oral mucosal lesions among inpatient and outpatient substance users in rehabilitation and de-addiction centres in...).

Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 569 1 of 2
Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

This article focuses on a cross-sectional study conducted in Bangalore, Karnataka, India, examining the incidence and clinical patterns of oral mucosal lesions (OMLs) among substance users attending rehabilitation and de-addiction centers. The study involved 195 individuals and found a high prevalence of OMLs, including potentially malignant disorders such as oral submucous fibrosis, leucoplakia, and erythroplakia, particularly among long-term substance users. Alcohol and combined use of alcohol with smokeless tobacco were the most common substances reported. The research highlights the need for regular oral screening in rehabilitation settings to enable early detection and prevention of oral health complications associated with substance abuse. [Extracted from the article]

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Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/05, p569
Document Type:Abstract
Subject Area:Health and Medicine
Publication Date:2026
ISSN:1543-6616
Accession Number:193584935
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