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Oral lichen nitidus case report.

Marianne L Dobson¹, Alyson Brown², Elizabeth D Theaker¹

¹Oral Medicine Department Dundee Dental Hospital & School Dundee UK.

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|March 26, 2021

Summary

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Lichen nitidus, a skin condition, can manifest in the mouth. This case report highlights the need for collaboration between dermatologists and dental professionals for effective management.

Keywords:

case report dermatology lichen nitidus oral oral medicine oral pathology

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Dermatology
Oral Medicine

Background:

Lichen nitidus is a rare inflammatory skin condition.
Oral involvement of lichen nitidus is infrequently reported.

Observation:

This case report details an instance of lichen nitidus affecting the oral mucosa.
Clinical and histological findings confirmed the diagnosis.

Findings:

The case demonstrates that lichen nitidus can present intraorally.
Prompt diagnosis and recognition are crucial for appropriate treatment.

Implications:

Highlights the importance of considering oral lichen nitidus in differential diagnoses.
Emphasizes the necessity of multidisciplinary management involving dermatologists and dentists.
Supports enhanced collaboration for improved patient outcomes in rare oral conditions.