كلية طب الاسنان - فرع التشخيص الفمي - الطابق السابع - قاعة المناقشات
كلية طب الاسنان - فرع التشخيص الفمي - الطابق السابع - قاعة المناقشات
رؤى سمير
Description
Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) is chronic immunological mucocutaneous disorder that varies in appearance from keratotic to erythematous and ulcerative form. Although the exact etiology is still unknown, studies suggested that diabetic mellitus and hypertension may be associated with it. The imbalance in antioxidant defense system may be involved in pathogenesis oforal lichen planus. It has been suggested that antioxidant vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E may play a role in management of oral lichen planus.