AI Article Synopsis
- An ulcer is a shallow injury on the skin or mucous membranes caused by tissue breakdown and tends to heal slowly.
- Dentists can often diagnose and determine treatment for oral ulcers through medical history review and physical examination of the ulcer.
- Some ulcerations may need referral to a specialist, like an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, for further evaluation and treatment.
Article Abstract
An ulcer can be defined as a superficial defect of the skin or the mucosa, caused by tissue degeneration, and having little tendency to heal. With a careful review of the medical history and the findings of inspection of the oral cavity, including palpation of the ulcer, the dentist will in many cases be able to determine the diagnosis and also the treatment. There are, however, also ulcerations which require referral to a specialist, most often the oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
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