Oral Flashcards
Torus mandibularis
Bony exostoses/protrusions
Under the tongue
Torus palatinus
Bony protrusion
On palate
What is cobblestone mucosa a sign of?
Crohn’s
Thrush can be a sign of?
Type II diabetes
steroid inhaler (inhaled cs)
What drug can cause oral ulceration?
Nicorandil
Lichen plans
potentially malignant mucosal disorder
Erosive (ulcerative)
Non erosive - lacey network; reticular; cannot be removed by scraping; fiery red gingivae; atrophic dorsal of tongue
Cicatricial Pemphigoid
Scarring of conjunctiva leading to blindness
Blisters and vesicles break down to from ulcers
Sjogren’s syndrome
Auto-immune disorder. The body’s immune system attacks glands that secrete fluid, such as the tear and saliva glands.
dry eyes, dry mouth
What is hairy leukoplakia a sign of?
HIV/AIDs
White patch on side of tongue with a corrugated, hairy appearance
In asian populations, what is a common site of cancer in the mouth?
Buccal mucosae,
dorsal tongue/hard palate
Oral cancers - warning signs
Red/white/ red& white lesion Ulcer Numb feeling - lip/face Unexplained pain Change in voice Dysphagia
Orofacial Manifestations
Drooping eye lid
Facial palsy
Double vision
Facial swelling
Oral cancer - pain (early or late)?
Pain is normally a late manifestation
Would be expected if it was a benign ulcer
Tooth decay is also known as?
Dental caries
What 3 things do you need for tooth decay?
Bacteria, sugar and teeth
