Oral submucous fibrosis in children: Report of three cases and review

Novel Treatment Approach of Oral Submucous Fibrosis in a 6-year-old Girl: A Case Report

“…From Table 1 , it can be seen that majority of children had a habit of chewing areca nut. 1 , 2 , 9 , 11 – 13 In the present case series also, the patient had a habit of consuming areca nut. Areca nut has a sweet flavor and because of its mouth freshening action, it is consumed by the children in larger amounts and for longer periods of time.…”

“…Areca nut has a sweet flavor and because of its mouth freshening action, it is consumed by the children in larger amounts and for longer periods of time. 13 , 15 Various factors are involved in increasing the consumption of tobacco products among children. Family environment, cultural habits, low awareness, easy availability, low cost, peer pressure, etc., play a major role.…”

“…Family environment, cultural habits, low awareness, easy availability, low cost, peer pressure, etc., play a major role. 12 , 13 …”

“…A characteristic feature is the formation of fibrous palpable bands on the buccal mucosa, labial mucosa, and soft palate. 13 , 18 The association of OSMF with the development of oral cancer highlights the importance of patient counseling and education as the first step in its management. With the increasing number of OSMF cases in the pediatric population, it is essential to educate the parents and children about the ill effects of consuming tobacco.…”

No age predilection for a disease like OSMF. A case report of 5-year-old child

“…10 Table 1 shows the details of OSMF patients reported in Pediatric age group all over world till date. [9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24] Reviewing the literature no case has been reported with an interincisal opening less than 10 mm, 24 thus making this case to be the first incident case of OSMF in a child with least interincisal opening of 06 mm.…”