PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Vol. 29 No. 6       NOV - DEC 2007

ISSN: 0164-1263      UBIC: 218-F ESP

ABSTRACTS

Lichen planus is a mucocutaneous disease that predominantly affects older patients and occurs much less frequently in the pediatric population. Furthermore, oral lichen planus is extremely rare in childhood with very few cases cited in the literature. The intention of this paper is to contribute two clinically and histologically documented cases of juvenile oral lichen planus cases to the literature. Although a rare occurrence, early recognition and diagnosis of this condition by dental practitioners can have a significant impact on the oral health of affected patients. (Pediatr Dent 2007;29:525-30) Received November 16, 2006 / Revision Accepted March 4, 2007 KEYWORDS: LICHEN PLANOS, CHILDHOOD LICHEN PLANUS, ORAL DISEASES, ETIOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT.

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