Q. Does Oral lichen planus go away?
In most cases, lichen planus will go away within 2 years. If you have symptoms, such as severe itching or sores in your mouth or genital area, treatment can help.
Q. Do dentists treat lichen planus?
General dentists can be expected to manage the majority of patients with oral lichen planus. Some patients may need to be referred for diagnostic purposes to a specialist; this is also the case for the rare patient with severe symptoms, possibly requiring systemic treatment.
Table of Contents
- Q. Does Oral lichen planus go away?
- Q. Do dentists treat lichen planus?
- Q. How do you treat Oral lichen planus naturally?
- Q. How Long Does Oral lichen planus take to heal?
- Q. What mouthwash is best for oral lichen planus?
- Q. What kind of doctor treats oral lichen planus?
- Q. What mouthwash is best for Oral lichen planus?
Q. How do you treat Oral lichen planus naturally?
Consider including folate-rich foods in your diet. Garbanzo beans, asparagus, beets, avocados, and lentils are perfect sources. Vitamin A – Drugs used to treat the condition often include vitamin A as it keeps the skin and mucous membranes healthy. Eat more vitamin A rich foods during a breakout.
Q. How Long Does Oral lichen planus take to heal?
The area usually heals within 7 to 10 days.
Q. What mouthwash is best for oral lichen planus?
According to the results of the present study, either zinc mouthwash with fluocinolone ointment or fluocinolone ointment separately was effective in decreasing lesion surface area, pain, and irritation of erosive oral lichen planus.
Q. What kind of doctor treats oral lichen planus?
You’ll likely start by seeing your primary care doctor or dentist. Some people with oral lichen planus also develop lichen planus on their skin. Depending on your symptoms, you may be referred to a specialist in skin diseases (dermatologist) or a specialist in gum and dental diseases (periodontist).
