The effects of photodynamic and low-level laser therapy for treatment of oral lichen planus —A systematic review and meta-analysis

Lichen planus is a chronic immune-mediated disorder that inflicts skin and mucosa and its prevalence is being estimated to be between 0.5-2% of the population and is usually detected in middle-aged women [1]. Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a subtype that occurs in oral mucosa and is usually harder to treat than cutaneous lichen planus [2]. Cutaneous lichen planus can be self-limited but oral lichen planus is usually persistent and the condition usually needs long-term treatment and follow-up [3]. OLP is considered to be a premalignant lesion and has been linked to oral squamous cell carcinoma [4].
Source: Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy - Category: Laser Surgery Authors: Source Type: research