Recurrent Aphthae Flashcards
What are the aetiology factors for recurrent Aphthae?
1) genetic predisposition
2) immunological abnormalities
3) haematological deficiency
4) stress
5) Hormonal changes
6) gastrointestinal disorders
6) infections
What types of the RA are there?locatuon? Size?
Minor ( single or groups) - affect
non -keratinised and mobile mucosa
Less than 4 mm in diameter.
Major- single , greater than 1cm, affects masticatory mucosa and Dorsum of tongue.
Herpetiform - usually occur in groups ( crops) 1-2 mm very small , they may coalesce to form larger ulcers. They occur on non-keratinised mucosa
How RA May be treated?
1) treat underlying systemic disease
2) Benzydamine Mouth wash
3) corticosteroid ( corlan pellets, Betnesol mouthwash )
4) tetracycline mouthwashes
5) chlorhexidine mouthwash
