This inflammatory condition of the oral mucosa can significantly impair a patient's quality of life by limiting food intake, increasing the risk of systemic infections, and even interrupting cancer treatment schedules.
In the randomized double-blind clinical trial titled “Low-level Laser Therapy in the Management of Oral Mucositis Induced by Radiotherapy”, researchers evaluated the therapeutic efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as a non-pharmacological intervention to reduce the severity of OM.
The study results showed that patients who received LLLT—especially those treated with a combination of red and infrared laser—demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in the severity of mucositis (p = 0.012), although pain levels did not differ significantly compared to the control group (p = 0.49).
These findings underscore the potential of LLLT as a safe, non-invasive, and clinically effective adjunct in the management of radiation-induced OM
Its application could enhance patient comfort and treatment continuity in oncology-focused dental care.
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