Contact stomatitis
Other namesContact lichenoid reaction,[1] lichenoid amalgam reaction,[1] oral mucosal cinnamon reaction[1]

Contact stomatitis is inflammation or pain of the oral mucosa caused by external stimuli.[2] It is characterized by cutaneous lesions that may be located where the offending agent contacts the mucosa for a prolonged time.[1] Oftentimes it presents in the mouth after contact with hot food or from ill-fitted dentures or other irritant. Consequently, patients may seek resolve from their dentist rather than a dermatologist.[2] Unlike with allergic contact stomatitis, the skin requires no previous exposure to a stimulant before crafting an immune reaction.[2]

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References

  1. ^ a b c d Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. ISBN 978-1-4160-2999-1.
  2. ^ a b c LeSueur, Benjamin W; Yiannias, James A (January 2003). "Contact stomatitis". Dermatologic Clinics. 21 (1): 105–114. doi:10.1016/S0733-8635(02)00070-0. PMID 12622273.


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