Oral lichen planus part II: therapy and malignant transformation

Skinmed. 2004 Jan-Feb;3(1):19-22. doi: 10.1111/j.1540-9740.2004.02523.x.

Abstract

Oral lichen planus lesions can cause discomfort, pain, and a burning sensation. Therefore, all professionals who deal with the oral cavity must be aware of all the therapeutic options for it. This article presents a review of the literature on oral lichen planus, focusing on its treatment, and also discusses the important and controversial potential for the evolution of oral lichen planus into epidermoid carcinoma.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cell Transformation, Neoplastic*
  • Humans
  • Lichen Planus, Oral / drug therapy*
  • Lichen Planus, Oral / pathology*