Persons with the greatest risk of oral cancer_______________?

Correct answer: C. Are old, chronic alcoholics and regularly and regularly use tobacco

  • A. Have a poor oro-dental hygiene, nutritional deficiencies and are chronic alcoholics
  • B. Are middle aged have a poor oro-dental hygiene and regularly use tabacco
  • C. Are old, chronic alcoholics and regularly and regularly use tobacco
  • D. Are young, have poor oro-dental hygiene and are heavy smokers

Explanation

The strongest established lifestyle risks are increasing age, tobacco use and chronic alcohol consumption, with alcohol and tobacco acting synergistically. Poor oral hygiene and nutritional deficiency may contribute but are less decisive than these major risk factors.

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