E.P. Sridevi Anjuga1 , N. Aravindha Babu2
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Potential Triggers of Lichen Planus: A Review E.P. Sridevi Anjuga1 , N. Aravindha Babu2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 4 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Publisher : Institute of Medico-legal Publications Pvt Ltd

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i4.11656

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Oral lichen planus (OLP) is mucocutaneous and chronic infl ammatory disease of unclear pathogenesis. OLPusually affects the mucous membrane of oral cavity. It is an autoimmune disorder araising from severaletiological factors like genetics, stress, virus, dental restorative materials, drugs and systemic diseases. It isa T-cell mediated autoimmune disease usually encountered by dentists and dermatologists. Although muchwork is being done on this disorder, there is still uncertainty over the specifi c etiopathogenesis and treatment.Because there is a risk of reported malignant potential with this disease, the patient needs early diagnosis andproper management. This article reviews mainly the etiology, pathogenetic mechanisms through which thisunique disorder occurs along with the aspects of clinical, histopathological and treatment.
Guidelines for Diagnosis and Treatment of Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis for Dental Practitioners E.P. Sridevi Anjuga1 , N. Aravindha Babu2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 4 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
Publisher : Institute of Medico-legal Publications Pvt Ltd

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i4.11657

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Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is one of the frequent clinical oral diseases causing painful ulcerationin the oral cavity. It is easy to define the clinical features and characteristics of this disease, etiology andpathogenesis remains unclear. As a result, the treatment options are still inadequate with the ability to reducethe duration, healing time, rate of recurrence and conclusive intervention. The review article aims to discussthe pathogenesis, clinical features, different treatment modalities and updates that are currently available andoffer the clinician a clear and detailed picture of how to deal with RAS in an appropriate manner.