3 Injuries Flashcards

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a white lesion induced by chronic mechanical irritation (usually unintentional irritation), essentially a “callous” of the oral mucosa, characterized by increased production of keratin

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frictional keratosis

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ill-defined, “blending” margins, reversible upon elimination of the cause

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frictional keratosis

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4 common locations of frictional keratosis:

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1) edentulous alveolar ridge (“ridge keratosis” or “alveolar ridge keratosis”)
2) buccal mucosa (linea alba)
3) retromolar pad
4) lateral tongue (if a sharp tooth is in the vicinity)

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4
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a specific type of frictional keratosis that occurs on the buccal mucosa at the level of the occlusal plane

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linea alba

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a fancy term for chronic cheek chewing, seen more often in the setting of psychologic stress, some patients are aware of their habit but others do it subconsciously

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morsicatio buccarum

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Morsicatio locations:

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  • cheek (morsicatio buccarum)
  • labial mucosa (morsicatio labiorum)
  • tongue (morsicatio linguarum)
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more common in females and after age 35

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morsicatio

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8
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most common location of morsicatio

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anterior buccal mucosa

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irregular, thickened, ragged, white appearance that may have some areas of erythema or erosion, along the level of the occlusal plane, no tx necessary

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morsicatio

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10
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histopathology: ragged hyperparakeratosis

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morsicatio

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11
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entire epithelial thickness is lost

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ulcer

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12
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the most common cause of ulceration in the oral cavity

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trauma

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causes of traumatic ulcers

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may be physical, thermal, chemical, or even electrical trauma

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locations of traumatic ulcers

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tongue, lips, or buccal mucosa (areas easily traumatized by teeth)

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Traumatic ulcers usually resolve within ?

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2 weeks

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16
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a traumatic ulcer seen in infants, chronic trauma due to nursing

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Riga-Fede disease

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17
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location of Riga-Fede disease

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anterior ventral tongue

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Riga-Fede disease requires the presence of…?

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a mandibular incisor (usually associated with natal or neonatal teeth)

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19
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tx for Riga-Fede disease

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smooth tooth as much as possible

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  • necrosis and sloughing of the superficial oral mucosa in direct contact with a caustic agent
  • affected areas appear bright white and are usually well-defined
  • necrotic epithelium can be peeled away (the underlying tissue is usually red and/or bleeding)
  • can be iatrogenic (caused by a DDS/hygienist) or factitial (self-inflicted)
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chemical burn

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21
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Chemical burns can be caused by a variety of chemicals/drugs:

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  • aspirin
  • hydrogen peroxide
  • phenol (a component of some over-the-counter topical products for relief of oral pain)
  • dental restorative materials
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22
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histolopathology: superficial epithelial necrosis

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chemical burn

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23
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Two potential scenarios of cotton roll burn:

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1) Physical trauma- dry cotton roll is removed, peeling away the surface epithelium (always make sure cotton role is saturated before removing)
2) Chemical burn- caustic dental materials can be absorbed by the cotton roll –> tissue necrosis

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24
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common cause of an electrical burn in the mouth

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  • young children chewing on electric cords
  • saliva acts as a conducting medium (electrical arc from source to mouth)
  • extensive edema and necrosis
  • can scar with healing and result in reduced mouth opening
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25
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tx for traumatic ulcers

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  • eliminate source of trauma
  • topical anesthetics and coating agents for temporary pain relief (Zilactin, OraFilm)
  • biopsy if not resolved after 2 weeks
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26
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What is considered a “non-healing ulcer”?

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if the cause is not apparent and there is no resolution at 2-week follow-up, biopsy is indicated (considered a “non-healing ulcer)

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  • may start as a traumatic ulcer in an area of thin mucosa overlying a bony prominence
  • focal sequestration of superficial cortical bone
  • overlying mucosa is partially ulcerated
  • variable pain
  • heals quickly after dead bone has exfoliated or been removed
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oral ulceration with bone sequestration

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28
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common location of oral ulceration with bone sequestration

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posterior lingual mandible (“idiopathic mandibular lingual sequestration”)

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29
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common site for complications related to cancer therapy (antineoplastic therapy)

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oral cavity

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30
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oral complications from chemotherapy vs radiation therapy

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Chemotherapy

  • mucositis
  • hemorrhage (bone marrow suppression –> thrombocytopenia)

Radiation therapy

  • mucositis and dermatitis
  • xerostomia
  • osteoradionecrosis
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  • complex multifactorial etiology, occurs with both radiation therapy (if head is part of the field exposed) and chemotherapy (20-40% prevalence with conventional chemo, 80% prevalence with high-dose chemo, nearly 100% prevalence with radiation therapy)
  • resolves in 2-3 weeks after treatment cessation
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mucositis from cancer therapy

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32
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What part of the mouth does mucositis from cancer therapy affect?

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atrophy, erosion, and ulceration most often affects the moveable mucosa tissues

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33
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What causes xerostomia secondary to radiation therapy?

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salivary glands are very sensitive to radiation, significant dry mouth develops within the first 6 weeks (affects ability to eat/speak, often chronic)

34
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Which glands are more sensitive to xerostomia secondary to radiation therapy?

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serous glands more sensitive than mucus glands (parotid destruction is most severe and irreversible, mucus glands usually recover somewhat)

35
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caries that present at the cervical margin

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xerostomia-related caries

36
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exposed necrotic irradiated bone that persists longer than 3 months

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osteoradionecrosis

37
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main factor in osteoradionecrosis

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dose of radiation (most cases occur in patients who receive > 60 Gy)

38
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develops in about 5% of patients who receive radiation to the head and neck

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osteoradionecrosis

39
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most common site of osteoradionecrosis

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mandible&raquo_space;> maxilla (24x more common)

40
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The risk of osteoradionecrosis increases significantly if?

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dental surgery is performed within 12 months of therapy

41
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patients remain at risk for _____-induced osteoradionecrosis for the rest of their lives

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trauma-induced

42
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The majority of cases of osteoradionecrosis occur within ______ after completing radiation therapy.

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the first 3 years

43
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  • severe pain
  • sequestration and exposure of bone to oral cavity
  • cutaneous sinus formation (fistulous tract from bone to the surface of the skin)
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clinical features of osteoradionecrosis

44
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radiographic features: moth-eaten radiolucent/mixed appearance, pathologic fracture

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osteoradionecrosis

45
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How to prevent osteoradionecrosis:

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  • eliminate sources of potential oral infection prior to initiating radiation therapy (extractions, endo)
  • no dental surgery during radiation therapy or within 12 months after
  • systemic antibiotics
  • debridement, surgical removal of diseaseed bone
  • may require resection and reconstruction
46
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How to prevent mucositis from cancer therapy?

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  • cryotherapy (sucking on ice chips during chemo)
  • patient controlled analgesia with morphine
  • analgesic mouthrinses
  • laser therapy appears potentially promising but is very new
47
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How to prevent xerostomia from cancer treatment?

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  • topical fluoride application
  • salivary substitutes
  • cholinergic agonist meds (pilocarpine, cevimeline)
48
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oral injuries from drug abuse are most often seen with these two drugs

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cocaine and methamphetamine

49
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How does cocaine cause oral injuries?

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  • snorting if the main method of cocaine use
  • causes local vasoconstriction and ischemia
  • perforation of the nasal septum in 5% of abusers
  • collapse of the bridge of the nose (saddle nose deformity)
  • tissue destruction can lead to palatal perforation
50
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  • M>F, age 18-40
  • insomnia, hyperactivity, aggressiveness
  • rampant dental decay
  • delusions of parasitosis
A

clinical features of methamphetamine abusers

51
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Rampant dental decay due to methamphetamine abuse:

  • Surfaces affected first?
  • Occurs in combination with?
A
  • Smooth and interproximal surfaces affected first

- Combination of poor oral hygiene, drug-related xerostomia, and intake of acidic/sugary drinks

52
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parasitosis

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methamphetamine abusers experience the sensation of bugs crawling under the skin –> self-inflicted trauma (“meth sores”)

53
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extravasation of blood into soft tissues

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submucosal hemorrhage

54
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Different terms for submucosal hemorrhage depending on size of the hemorrhage:

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  • Petechiae = tiny or pinpoint areas (1-2 mm), flat
  • Purpura = larger than petechiae but < 2 cm, flat
  • Ecchymosis = > 2 cm, flat or slightly raised
  • Hematoma = large nodule
55
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  • may be red, purple, blue/black in color

- does NOT blanch with pressure

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submucosal hemorrhage

56
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Potential causes of submucosal hemorrhage:

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  • trauma (accidental, factitial, iatrogenic)
  • thrombocytopenia (low platelets)
  • clotting factor deficiencies (ex: hemophilia)
  • leukemia
  • anticoagulant medications (coumadin, aspirin)
57
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causes of posterior palate petechiae

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forceful coughing, vomiting, mononucleosis, fellatio

58
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  • the result of accidental implantation of amalgam particles in the oral mucosa
  • very common
  • blue/black/gray in color
  • flat
  • metallic fragments may be visible on an x-ray if enough material is present
  • no tx except biopsy in some cases to confirm dx
A

amalgam tattoo

59
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most common sites of amalgam tattoos

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gingiva, buccal mucosa

60
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tan to brown mucosal discoloration seen in patients who are heavy smokers, gradually fades over a few years after habit cessation

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smoker’s melanosis

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most common location of smoker’s melanosis

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anterior facial gingiva

62
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Cause of smoker’s melanosis?

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stimulation of melanocytes by noxious substances –> increased melanin production

63
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a response to heat generated, most seen with pipe smoking, NOT precancerous

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nicotine stomatitis

64
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site of nicotine stomatitis

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posterior hard palate

65
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generalized pale appearance to the palate with numerous papules containing red centers, represents inflamed minor salivary glands and their duct openings

A

nicotine stomatitis

66
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nicotine stomatitis: reversible or irreversible?

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reversible (palate should resume normal appearance within 1-2 weeks of habit cessation)

67
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tx for nicotine stomatitis

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no tx is indicated although the patient should still be encouraged to quit smoking

68
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a characteristic lesion that develops on the mucosa in direct contact with the product

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smokeless tobacco keratosis

69
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gray/white in color with a fissured or wrinkled surface texture

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smokeless tobacco keratosis

70
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margins tend to blend gradually into the surrounding normal tissue

A

smokeless tobacco keratosis

71
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Types of smokeless tobacco used in the US:

A
  • chewing tobacco (strands of loose leaves)

- snuff (finely ground, moist and dry forms)

72
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management of smokeless tobacco keratosis

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  • encourage patient to quit
  • if unwilling to quit, ask them to move the product to a different location then re-evaluate
  • most lesions resolve after 2 weeks
  • any lesions that persists in the area of tobacco placement after 6 weeks of habit cessation or product movement should be biopsied
73
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How does the etiology of drug-related oral discoloration depends on the type of medication?

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  • some drugs stimulate melanin production
  • some drugs deposit metabolites into the soft tissue
  • some drugs cause discoloration of the bone and teeth (minocycline)
74
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normal colors of drug-related oral discolorations

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usually brown, gray, blue, or black in color

75
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locations of drug-related oral discolorations

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hard palate and gingiva are most often affected

76
Q

Name the drug:

  • used for the tx of acne and rheumatoid arthritis
  • causes discoloration of underlying bone which shows through beneath thin mucosa
A

minocycline

77
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Name the drug: used for the tx of rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus

A

anti-malarial drugs (Plaquenil, quinacrine)

78
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chemotherapeutic drugs

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doxorubicin, cyclophosphamide

79
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  • accumulation of fluid (inflammatory) beneath the maxillary sinus mucosa, causing elevation of the lining
  • extremely common, incidental finding on panoramic radiographs
  • asymptomatic
  • unknown etiology, possibly odontogenic inflammation in some cases
  • tx not necessary
A

antral pseudocyst

80
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radiographic features: well-defined, dome-shaped radiopaque lesion (because fluid is more dense than air)

A

antral pseudocyst