Facial erythema ab igne of rapid onset.

Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol Endod

Department of Dermatology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York 14642, USA.

Published: May 2008

Background: Erythema ab igne is a rare condition with a carcinogenic potential produced by chronic exposure to a heat source.

Case Description: We present the first case of rapid-onset erythema ab igne in the setting of a dental practice.

Clinical Implication: Physicians and dentists should be aware of this disease following short-term local application of heat.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.tripleo.2008.01.008DOI Listing

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