Pérez Leal, MartínLanciano, FedericoFlacco, NiclaEstornut Navarro, CristinaCarceller Zazo, María Carmen2024-01-042024-01-042024Pérez‐Leal, M., Lanciano, F., Flacco, N., Estornut, C., & Carceller, M. C. (2024). Antioxidant treatments in patients with oral submucous fibrosis: A systematic review. Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine, 53(1), 31-41. https://doi.org/10.1111/jop.135030904-25121600-0714http://hdl.handle.net/11268/12499Introduction Oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is a well-known precancerous oral lesion, characterized by scarring, tissue fibrosis, and premalignant lesions. The goal of clinical treatment is to reduce inflammation and improve patients' quality of life by enhancing mouth opening among others. Antioxidant treatment has shown promising results in inducing regression of lesions and preventing OSMF in high-risk individuals. This study investigates the effectiveness of various antioxidant agents against OSMF. Materials and Methods The study followed PRISMA guidelines and searched three scientific databases: PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus, using specific algorithms related to “antioxidant treatment,” “burning sensation,” and “mouth opening.” The quality assessment of controlled clinical studies adhered to Cochrane guidelines. Results The analysis included 19 clinical trials comparing different treatments, including various antioxidants. Aloe vera, curcumin, and lycopene, among others, showed positive outcomes in treating OSMF by improving burning sensation, mouth opening, tongue protrusion, and cheek flexibility. Conclusion Antioxidant therapies are found to be effective in treating OSMF, even when compared to conventional treatments such as corticosteroids. The study highlights the need for further research and standardization of clinical protocols.engAntioxidantesFibrosis de la submucosa bucaljournal article10.1111/jop.13503restricted accessOdontologíaTratamiento médicoTecnología médicaGoal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages