Oral submucous fibrosis (OSF or OSMF) has emerged as a perplexing and poorly defined oral premalignant disorder that has garnered significant attention across multiple disciplines in recent years. A deep understanding of the complexity associated with OSF is crucial if we are to effectively control the incidence of Oral Cancer on a global scale. Researchers and scholars have demonstrated an increasing academic interest in various aspects of OSF, including its etiology and treatment, to shed light on this enigmatic condition.
Multiple accounts proposing different perspectives on OSF have emerged, leading to considerable controversies within the field. This has further fueled the need for comprehensive research and scientific exploration to gain a better understanding of this disorder and establish a consensus on its nature. Clinicians often rely on clinical findings to diagnose OSF, as…