Effects of marijuana on oral health
Cannabis (marijuana) has various components that can have psychoactive effects and possible medical uses. Among the areas where cannabis has been helpful are the relief of pain, treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy, and treatment of anorexia-associated weight loss in AIDS patients. The legal status of marijuana and its relevance to oral health were investigated.
Source: Dental Abstracts - Category: Dentistry Tags: Hands On Source Type: research
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