Estimation of alpha-amylase in smokers with and without leukoplakia and oral cancer—A comparative study
Background: Cigarette smoke releases free radicles that have deleterious effects on the oral mucosa including potentially malignant disorders and oral cancer. In response to cigarette smoking, salivary flow rate increases as a defense activity along with a rise in alpha-amylase levels. Aim: To estim...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2023-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Indian Academy of Oral Medicine and Radiology |
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Online Access: | http://www.jiaomr.in/article.asp?issn=0972-1363;year=2023;volume=35;issue=3;spage=331;epage=334;aulast=Akkinepally |