DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Several years ago, I was diagnosed with lichen planus in my mouth. A dentist gave me a prescription for fluocinonide. I applied this to the lesions in my mouth but got no relief. I ...

Dear Doctors: I’m being treated for lichen planus, which has manifested in my gums. I’ve never heard of it before and would be grateful for additional information. I’d like to know if this is a common ...

Dear Anon.: Nobody knows what causes lichen planus, an uncommon (less than 1% of people) skin condition that may also affect the mouth or vagina. It most often occurs during the ages of 30 to 60. It ...

Oral lichen planus lesions can cause discomfort, pain, and a burning sensation. Therefore, all professionals who deal with the oral cavity must be aware of all the therapeutic options for it. This ...

Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic, immune‐mediated mucosal disorder characterised by a range of clinical presentations, from asymptomatic reticular patterns to painful erosive lesions. The ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . At week 28, 88% of patients treated with combination therapy achieved 75% disease severity reduction vs. 47% on ...

The "Clinical Snapshot" series provides a concise examination of a clinical presentation including history, treatment, patient education, and nursing measures. Using the format here, you are invited ...

LP-310 shows significant improvements in pain and inflammation for oral lichen planus, with favorable safety results in Phase 2a trial. Lipella Pharmaceuticals has announced promising results from its ...

A study exploring the development of "Dental Tough Adhesive (DenTAI)", a novel bioinspired adhesive patch with robust mechanical properties, capable of strong adhesion, and able to carry out extended ...