The conservative management of oral submucous fibrosis (OSF) is subject to significant controversy within the medical community. Currently, there are 43 options available for the conservative treatment of OSF, posing a dilemma for clinicians as they are overwhelmed with choices. One particular compound that has gained attention for its potential in treating OSF is curcumin. Curcumin is a natural compound found in turmeric, and it has been studied extensively for its therapeutic properties.
Researchers have investigated whether curcumin can improve symptoms associated with OSF, such as mouth opening, burning sensation, and tongue protrusion. To evaluate the efficacy of curcumin, a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted. The meta-analysis aimed to compare the effects of curcumin treatment to control treatments in OSF patients. However, the results of the…
