Periodontal implications: mucocutaneous disorders

Article Abstract:

Mucocutaneous diseases may manifest themselves as oral lesions of interest to the dentist. Lichen planus is the most common lesion, and may increase the risk of oral cancers. High-dose topical corticosteroids and elimination of drugs which may provoke the lesions can be effective. Pemphigoid describes lesions in which the epithelial tissue separates from deeper connective tissue. Corticosteroids and antibiotics have successfully treated these serious lesions. Erythema multiforme is an acute lesion that often appears in reaction to medications. Stopping the offending drug is curative.

Diseases, Pemphigus, Erythema multiforme, Oral mucosa, Lichen planus

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Chronic stomatitis: an early sign of Crohn's disease

Article Abstract:

The presence of lesions on the roof of the mouth could be a sign of early Crohn's disease. Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease but it can affect any part of the gastrointestinal system. The dentist of an 11-year-old boy noticed lesions on the roof of the boy's mouth. They did not respond to antibiotics and a test for the herpes virus was negative. He was eventually diagnosed with early Crohn's disease. The lesions were successfully treated with a splint covered with Clobetasol, which he held against the roof of his mouth for 30 minutes twice a day.

Diagnosis, Crohn's disease

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