The effect of mobile phone waves on salivary secretion in dental students of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences

Abstract

Overview

This study investigates the impact of mobile phone waves on salivary secretion among dental students, highlighting potential health risks associated with prolonged mobile phone use.

Background

• Mobile phones are a modern necessity but come with health complications.
• The frequency and duration of mobile phone use may exacerbate these issues.

Materials and Methods

Through a descriptive study design, 120 dental students in Rafsanjan, Iran were examined in 2015 using their mobile phone's call history to measure call durations for saliva collection.

Findings

• Students with more than 40 minutes of daily phone calls had higher rates of both stimulated and unstimulated salivary secretion compared to those talking less than 20 minutes.
• Statistical analysis included independent t-tests and multiple linear regression, showing significant differences (P<0.05).

Conclusion

Increased phone call duration correlates with increased salivary secretion, suggesting potential protective effects against oral infections and tooth decay. Further research is encouraged across different ages and examining both quantity and quality of saliva.