Abstract

Overview of Study

Mobile phones, which have become ubiquitous in modern culture, produce electromagnetic, radiofrequency waves, and microwaves, raising concerns about their potential health impacts. This review focuses on the effects of these emissions on the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands, which are in close proximity to mobile phones during use.

Main Findings

• The study reviews literature from databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Medline, and Web of Science.
• Out of 65 articles, 14 relevant studies were chosen after excluding duplicates and studies with different focuses like educational aids or specific medical conditions unrelated to standard mobile phone usage.
• Key focus areas included the antioxidative, immune, and inflammatory responses in saliva as influenced by cell phone usage.

Conclusion and Recommendations

No direct medical conditions have been conclusively linked to alterations caused by cell phone emissions in the reviewed studies. However, precautionary measures such as reducing usage and promoting telehealth alternatives are advisable, especially for young individuals and children whose developing brains are more susceptible to electromagnetic radiation (EMR) absorption from mobile phones.