Oral cancer is a significant global health issue, with an estimated 354,864 new cases reported worldwide in 2020 alone. Early detection of oral premalignant disorders plays a crucial role in the prevention and timely treatment of oral cancer. However, dental education programs often neglect the study of oral premalignant disorders, leaving dentists ill-prepared to identify these potentially malignant lesions.
This lack of training and awareness among dental professionals needs urgent attention to improve oral cancer prevention and survival rates. Despite the importance of oral premalignant disorders, dental education programs generally provide minimal coverage or neglect this vital aspect of oral health . Dental students are primarily trained in anatomical features, dental hygiene, and treatment procedures, but little emphasis is given to recognizing the early signs of oral premalignant…
