Treatments
Oral medicine
Oral medicine deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the mucous membranes, tongue, palate and gums.
Among the most frequent conditions of the oral cavity, we can find:
- Irregular scarring
- Blisters and canker sores
- Discolorations and stains in specific areas
- Lumps and nodules
Oral medicine treatments
Oral cavity conditions are treated differently depending on their severity.
Whenever a suspicious lesion is observed, a biopsy will be performed to analyze it histologically and determine its nature. In addition to oral medications, surgery is sometimes necessary to remove the lesion.
- Early detection of oral cancer
- Autoimmune diseases that have oral repercussions
- Treatment of dry mouth
- Burning mouth syndrome
- Treatment of oral cavity infections
- Treatment of mucositis due to chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy
- Salivary gland pathology
Early detection of oral cancer
The main risk factors are tobacco, alcohol consumption and the human papillomavirus. It can appear in any area of the oral cavity, although it is most commonly located on the lateral edges of the tongue (sides), the floor of the mouth (under the tongue) and on the lips.
We must be alert to any ulcer or wound that does not heal within 15 days, any tumor, difficulty swallowing and the presence of white, red or black spots.
It is very important to obtain an early diagnosis to reduce morbidity and mortality. Our oral medicine specialist is responsible for prevention, oral screening and early diagnosis of this neoplasia.
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