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What is the primary action the dentist should take to confirm the diagnosis of a lesion?

  • Refer the patient to a specialist
  • Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication
  • Remove the traumatic agent and observe regression (correct)
  • Conduct a biopsy immediately

    • What is a characteristic feature of recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS)?

  • Rarely involves gingiva and keratinized mucosa (correct)
  • Common in older adults
  • Always begins on keratinized mucosa
  • Usually triggers an allergic reaction

    • Which of the following is not a potential trigger for recurrent aphthous stomatitis?

  • Stress
  • Spicy foods
  • Hormonal changes
  • Vitamin D deficiency (correct)

    • What type of lesions do patients with the herpetiform variant of RAS generally experience?

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    What is an important diagnostic step when leukoplakia is included in the differential diagnosis?

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    Which of the following describes the healing characteristics of recurrent aphthous stomatitis?

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    What dietary modification is suggested to manage certain inflammatory lesions in the mouth?

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    What is the typical age range during which most cases of herpetic gingivostomatitis arise?

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    Which treatment is NOT typically recommended for herpetic gingivostomatitis?

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    What most commonly characterizes gingival involvement during primary infection?

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    What is the primary site of latency for the herpes virus after initial infection?

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    Which HPV type is most frequently associated with cervical cancer?

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    Which of the following can act as a stimulus for the reactivation of the herpes virus?

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    Which of the following describes the lesions that can occur in the mouth during herpetic gingivostomatitis?

    <p>Numerous vesicles that collapse and form ulcers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT considered an indicator of low-risk HPV types?

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    What is the general approach to managing symptoms of acute herpetic gingivostomatitis?

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    What is the most significant update introduced in the 8th edition of the Cancer Staging Manual?

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    What is a common radiographic feature of mandible osteosarcoma?

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    Which type of lymphoma is most frequently found in the oral cavity?

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    What clinical manifestations are associated with osteosarcomas of the gnathic bones?

    <p>Dental mobility, mucosal ulceration, and paresthesia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statements about metastatic spread in osteosarcoma is correct?

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    What is the typical microscopic feature of lichen planus that helps confirm its diagnosis?

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    Which cell type is primarily involved in the inflammatory response of lichen planus?

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    What clinical feature is associated with exacerbations of oral lichen planus?

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    What is the significance of 'liquefaction degeneration' in the context of autoimmune disorders?

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    What characterizes pemphigus vulgaris in terms of blister formation?

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    What treatment is commonly recommended for erosive cases of lichen planus?

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    Which factor is controversially associated with lichen planus?

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    What is often the first or only manifestation of oral lichen planus?

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    How does the clinical presentation of pemphigus vulgaris often progress?

    <p>Mucosal involvement typically proceeds skin rash. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a biopsy particularly important in diagnosing autoimmune mucocutaneous disorders?

    <p>It distinguishes between different autoimmune conditions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an appropriate indication for an incisional biopsy?

    <p>Multiple lesions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of biopsy is typically performed for solitary and well circumscribed lesions?

    <p>Excisional biopsy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the lesions that warrant an excisional biopsy?

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    Which statement about squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is correct?

    <p>Nearly 95% of all oral malignant tumors are SCCs. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior is considered a complete carcinogen in relation to oral squamous cell carcinoma?

    <p>Tobacco use (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a frequent location for oral squamous cell carcinoma?

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    What is a key factor to avoid during incisional biopsy selection?

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    In what clinical circumstance is a biopsy recommended?

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    Which factor does NOT affect the decision for biopsy type?

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    Which hypothesis about a lesion typically leads to incisional biopsy?

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    Flashcards

    Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS)

    A condition characterized by recurrent sores or ulcers in the mouth, often triggered by factors like stress, hormonal changes, or certain foods.

    Leukoplakia

    A whitish patch on the oral mucosa that can't be easily scraped off. It may be a sign of precancerous changes.

    Frictional Keratosis

    A skin condition characterized by thick, white, or grayish patches on the skin, often caused by friction.

    Drug-Related Gingival Lesions

    Inflammation of the gums, often caused by medications.

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    Herpetiform Aphthous Stomatitis

    A type of recurrent aphthous stomatitis characterized by many small ulcers that appear close together.

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    Gingival Hyperplasia

    The ability of the gums to grow excessively, often caused by certain medications.

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    Biopsy

    The process of examining a sample of tissue under a microscope to diagnose a condition.

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    Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)

    A viral infection that commonly causes sores in the mouth, especially in young children. In most cases, it's mild, but some people may have more severe symptoms.

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    Herpetic Gingivostomatitis

    A condition when HSV causes painful sores and swelling in the mouth, typically during a first infection.

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    Asymptomatic

    The period when an individual has no signs or symptoms of an infection, even though they have the virus.

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    HSV Latency

    After primary HSV infection, the virus can remain dormant in the body, potentially reactivating later.

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    Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

    A group of viruses that can infect the skin and mucous membranes, some types can cause cancer.

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    High-risk HPV Types

    HPVs linked to a higher risk of certain cancers, like cervical cancer and oropharyngeal cancer.

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    Oropharyngeal Cancer

    Cancers of the throat area, including the tonsils and the back of the tongue.

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    Antiviral Medication

    A medication used to treat viral infections.

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    Prodromal Period

    A period before the onset of symptoms, when an individual may experience early, subtle signs of a condition.

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    Lichen Planus (LP)

    An immune-mediated mucocutaneous condition affecting the skin, nails, hair, and mucous membranes. Oral lesions are common and may be the first or only symptom.

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    Saw-toothed Rete Ridges

    A microscopic feature of Lichen Planus characterized by epithelial rete ridges with a pointed or 'saw-toothed' shape.

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    Liquefaction Degeneration

    A microscopic feature of Lichen Planus where the epithelial basal cell layer shows degeneration.

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    Civatte Bodies

    A microscopic feature of Lichen Planus where keratinocytes undergo degeneration, forming distinctive structures.

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    Band-like Inflammatory Infiltrate

    A microscopic feature of Lichen Planus where lymphocytes form a band-like zone in the superficial connective tissue.

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    Pemphigus Vulgaris (PV)

    An autoimmune mucocutaneous disease causing intraepithelial blisters, often affecting the mucous membranes and sometimes the skin.

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    Reticular Lichen Planus

    A common form of Lichen Planus where the skin is affected, often with an itchy, reticular pattern.

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    Erosive Lichen Planus

    A form of Lichen Planus characterized by erosions or ulcerations, often causing pain.

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    Corticosteroids for Lichen Planus

    Corticosteroids are often used to treat Lichen Planus, especially erosive forms, to manage symptoms like pain.

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    Osteosarcoma

    A cancer that originates in bone-forming cells.

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    Metastasis

    The spread of cancer cells from the primary tumor to other parts of the body.

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    Lymphatic spread

    The spread of cancer cells to nearby lymph nodes.

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    Cancer staging system

    A system used to classify cancer based on the size of the tumor, lymph node involvement, and the presence of metastasis.

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    Plasmablastic lymphoma

    A type of lymphoma that is usually associated with the jawbone and can invade the gums.

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    Incisional biopsy

    A biopsy where only a small piece of the lesion is removed, often performed when the suspicion for malignancy is high or when the lesion is extensive.

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    Excisional biopsy

    A biopsy where the entire lesion is removed, typically performed when the lesion is small and suspected to be benign or reactive.

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    Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)

    A type of oral malignancy, accounting for nearly 95% of oral cancers. It's often linked to smoking and alcohol use.

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    Synergistic effect of smoking and alcohol

    The combined effect of smoking and alcohol, which significantly increases the risk of developing oral squamous cell carcinoma.

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    Carcinogen

    A substance that can initiate or promote the development of cancer. Tobacco is a complete carcinogen.

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    Importance of healthy tissue in incisional biopsies

    Incisional biopsies should include healthy tissue at the edges of the lesion, allowing analysis of both affected and unaffected tissue.

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    Avoiding necrotic areas in biopsies

    Central areas of necrosis (dead tissue) should be avoided when taking an incisional biopsy, as they don't provide useful diagnostic information.

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    Eliminating irritants in reactive lesions

    It's crucial to eliminate the underlying irritant when dealing with reactive lesions diagnosed through excisional biopsy.

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    When biopsy is indicated

    A biopsy should always be considered when clinical features aren't clear enough for a diagnosis.

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    Biopsy for inconsistent clinical course

    Biopsy is also indicated when the clinical course doesn't match the initial diagnosis.

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    Common sites of oral SCC

    The tongue border and the floor of the mouth are common sites for oral squamous cell carcinoma.

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    Study Notes

    Definitions and Terminology

    • Cyst: A cavity lined by epithelium, usually containing fluid or semi-solid material.
    • Desquamative gingivitis: Inflammation of the gingiva with surface epithelium sloughing.
    • Granuloma: A reactive nodule of modified macrophages, often with giant cells.
    • Keratosis: A keratinous growth, like a wart or callus.
    • Nikolsky sign: Superficial skin or oral mucosa separates with slight trauma, common in pemphigus vulgaris.
    • Ulcer/ulceration: Epithelium breaks down deeper than erosion, leading to tissue disintegration and necrosis. Usually on skin or mucosa.

    Developmental Disorders

    • Exostoses: Cortical bone protuberances, common types are torus palatinus (palate) and torus mandibularis (mandible).
    • Exostoses description: Limited protuberances arising from cortical bone, most commonly in the jaws.
    • Clinical relevance: Asymptomic and usually diagnosed by clinical and radiographic assessment. Surgical intervention might be needed for denture accommodation in edentulous patients.

    Local Soft Tissue Lesions

    • Traumatic ulcers: Can develop in any oral mucosal area due to trauma (e.g., brushing, ill-fitting dentures). The cause and location correlate with clinical features.
    • Traumatic ulcers presentation: Commonly presented as exposed connective tissue covered in a yellowish-white necrotic pseudomembrane.
    • Traumatic ulcers etiology: Usually identified via patient history or physical exam.
    • Traumatic ulcers: Lesions that gradually or completely regress within ten days, confirming diagnosis, otherwise reevaluation and biopsy might be needed.
    • Frictional keratosis: Reactive condition caused by constant low-intensity trauma, leading to increased keratin production by the epithelium. Often appears in retromolar area of edentulous patients.
    • Recurrant aphthous stomatitis (RAS): A prevalent oral mucosal disease characterized by recurring oral ulcers. It's mainly diagnosed in younger patients and is often associated with recurrent episodes and inflammation
    • RAS etiology: Considered immunologic reaction triggered by different factors including hormonal changes, stress, and certain foods (spicy, citric).
    • RAS symptoms: Recurring lesions of gingiva and other keratinized mucosa (hard palate and dorsal tongue).

    Infectious Diseases

    • Viral infections: Herpes simplex virus (HSV) is a common viral infection causing oral lesions categorized as primary and recurrent. The primary infection is often asymptomatic or causes mild symptoms.
    • Human papillomavirus (HPV): A group of viruses, with particular types categorized as high-risk or low-risk concerning their oncogenic potential (risk of causing cancer).
    • Other viral infections: Varicella-zoster virus (chickenpox) and enteroviruses (hand-foot-and-mouth disease and herpangina) can also cause oral lesions.
    • Oral candidiasis: Candida species are commensal yeasts in oral mucosa. Oral infection occurs when factors compromise immune response, or local environment changes.

    Autoimmune Diseases

    • Lichen planus: A chronic inflammatory, mucocutaneous condition; oral lesions common and are sometimes the only symptom, in which plaques are classified as reticular or erosive.

    Pigmented Disorders

    • Physiologic pigmentation: Common in people of certain ethnic backgrounds (African/Asian/Mediterranean), affects the marginal gingiva, usually bilateral and well-defined brown bands sparing attached gingiva.
    • Smoker's melanosis: Darker pigmentation is commonly seen in smokers (especially in light skin tones).
    • Amalgam tattoo: Oral pigmentation due to dental amalgam restorations; occurs when amalgam particles are significantly large.

    Neoplasms

    • Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC): Most common malignant oral tumor, associated with tobacco and alcohol use, frequently located in the tongue/floor of the mouth.
    • Osteoradionecrosis (ORN): A severe bone complication of head and neck radiotherapy.
    • Central giant cell granuloma (CGCG): A benign yet potentially aggressive lesion of the jaws, typically occurring in young adults, with symptoms ranging from slow expansion to rapid growth, pain, paresthesia, or mucosal ulcerations.

    Odontogenic Cysts and Tumors

    • Odontogenic tumors: Tumors arising from tooth-forming tissues; classified as benign or malignant. Ameloblastoma is a common potentially aggressive odontogenic tumor, possibly occurring de novo.
    • Odontomas: Usually benign, developing from mesenchymal and epithelial cells (sometimes appear as rudimentary teeth), most common odontogenic tumor.
    • Periapical cyst and inflammatory lesions: A consequence of bacteria or toxic products in nonvital tooth roots, usually asymptomatic but can be acute in inflammatory cases and are commonly seen in radiographic exams.
    • Oral fistula: Indicates ongoing inflammation with suppurative channel and is normally associated with pain.
    • Dentigerous cyst: A common odontogenic cyst, developing from dental follicle epithelium and is typically located within the tooth crown, exhibiting as radiographic appearance; removal of cyst surrounding tissue is typically curative.

    Other Bone Lesions

    • Fibroosseous lesions: Distinctive processes affecting the jaws, with diverse etiologies and behaviors; characterized by the replacement of normal bone by fibrous tissue and neoformed mineralized material (fibrous dysplasia is one example).
    • Osteomyelitis: Inflammation of bone tissue, often the result of a local infection, most common complication in alveolar regions after dental extractions, presenting with pain, swelling, heat, drainage.

    Oral Complications of Chemotherapy and Head/Neck Radiation

    • Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ): A severe bone condition resulting from certain medications, commonly involving antiresorptive or antiangiogenic drugs used in cancer treatment.
    • Osteoradionecrosis (ORN): This bone condition due to head and neck radiotherapy, resulting in slow healing or necrosed bone, commonly associated with extraoral or intraoral fistulas/local infections.

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