Question 55 · LDEK · Risk factors
In the course of dental practice, the prophylaxis of oral cavity cancers plays an important role. Which of the following is not a risk factor for those cancers:
- A. harmful substances from tobacco smoke.
- B. poor hygiene of the oral cavity leading to chronic inflammation.
- C. irritation of the oral mucosa by ill-fitted dentures.
- D. adverse sexual behavior.
- E. diet high in saturated fats.
Hint
Consider which factor is linked mainly to cardiovascular disease rather than to carcinogenesis in the oral mucosa.
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