Oral Lichen Planus: A Review Study

Authors

  • Muhanad L. Alshami Department of Dentistry, Dijlah University College, Iraq
  • Hiba H. Al-Rikaby Department of Periodontics, Al-Amiriya Specialist Dental Centre, Ministry of Health, Iraq.
  • Amir A. Majeed Department of Dentistry, Dijlah University College, Iraq

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.32.3.2022.1936

Abstract

Lichen planus (LP) is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the skin and the mucous membrane. LP is a multifactorial condition and the pathogenesis depends mainly on the evoked cellular immunity. Most cases develop on the oral mucosa. Oral lichen planus (OLP) has several clinical patterns and the symptoms range from no symptoms to aches and burning sensations. The histopathological picture is considered a characteristic feature of OLO. OLP is incurable and the treatment aims to reduce the patient's complaints and enhance the quality of the patient's life. Although there is no uniform protocol for treatment, corticosteroids and adjuvant treatment are commonly used for OLP management. Malignant transformation is suspected in each OLP, despite the type and location of the OLP inside the mouth. Periodic follow up is required. Updating the data about the OLP is always needed to improve the outcomes of management.

Author Biographies

Muhanad L. Alshami, Department of Dentistry, Dijlah University College, Iraq

Department of Dentistry

Hiba H. Al-Rikaby, Department of Periodontics, Al-Amiriya Specialist Dental Centre, Ministry of Health, Iraq.

Department of Periodontics,

Amir A. Majeed, Department of Dentistry, Dijlah University College, Iraq

Department of Dentistry

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Published

2022-08-27

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Muhanad L. Alshami, Hiba H. Al-Rikaby, Amir A. Majeed. Oral Lichen Planus: A Review Study. J Pak Assoc Dermatol [Internet]. 2022Aug.27 [cited 2026Apr.22];32(3):574-8. Available from: https://www.jpad.com.pk/index.php/jpad/article/view/1936

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 3 (2022): July - September

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Review Articles

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