Nicotine replacement therapy and oral health: a network meta-analysis of adverse effects in randomized trials.
Gowri SivaramakrishnanKannan SridharanPublished in: Evidence-based dentistry (2024)
Significant oral side effects are associated with NRT use, as demonstrated in this study. Dentists should implement tobacco cessation methods in their practices, including pharmacotherapy, to effectively monitor these patients. Continuous education and certification programs should be mandatory for dentists who want to practice tobacco cessation. This should also be included in the undergraduate dental curriculum to help dentists gain confidence in prescribing NRT. Standard evidence-based guidelines should be published to outline possible methods for encouraging tobacco cessation in dental settings.
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