Project Description
Oral medicine focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the oral cavity. At Polizzi Luongo Studio in Verona, we address a wide range of conditions, from the most common to the most complex, ensuring a holistic and integrated approach to oral health.
What common issues do we treat?
• Aphthae and Oral Ulcers: Aphthae, small painful ulcers that form on the oral mucosa, are among the most common disorders. Factors such as stress, local injuries, and certain foods can contribute to their occurrence. Treatment aims to reduce pain and accelerate healing, often through the use of modern lasers, anti-inflammatory mouthwashes, and, in more severe cases, systemic medications.
• Xerostomia (Dry Mouth): Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a condition characterized by reduced saliva production. It can be caused by factors such as the use of certain medications or systemic diseases. Managing xerostomia includes the use of saliva substitutes, salivary stimulants, and rigorous oral hygiene to prevent cavities and fungal infections.
• Precancerous Lesions and Oral Cancer: Precancerous lesions, such as leukoplakia and erythroplakia, require accurate diagnosis and constant monitoring, as they can evolve into much more severe conditions. Treatment can vary from simple observation to specific surgical interventions to remove the lesions.
The importance of prevention:
Prevention plays a key role in oral medicine. Practices such as daily oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups, and healthy lifestyles are essential to prevent many of the conditions described above.
Our approach to oral medicine is based on a careful assessment of the patient’s individual conditions, the use of the most modern diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, and a constant commitment to finding the most effective and least invasive solutions.
FAQ
Leukoplakia is a white lesion that can appear on the inner lining of the cheek, asymptomatic and non-removable. These lesions must be periodically checked with careful and thorough examinations to be monitored over time, as they are considered potentially malignant lesions.
These lesions can remain in the patient’s oral cavity for months or years, maintaining benign characteristics until a point where, due to unknown mechanisms and causes and at unpredictable times, they start to degenerate malignantly. A biopsy of the lesion, which involves removing part of it and requesting a histological examination, might be necessary to obtain a definitive diagnosis.
Burning Mouth Syndrome is a condition that encompasses all forms of oral burning sensations, including disorders with symptoms of stinging or pain lasting more than 4-6 months, in the presence of clinically healthy oral mucosa and in the absence of local or systemic pathological alterations.
The pain from Burning Mouth Syndrome is chronic, usually ranging from moderate to intense, spontaneous, continuous, and can be diffused throughout the entire oral cavity or limited to the tongue and/or lips. It is often associated with insomnia, behavioral changes such as irritability, anxiety, and depression.
ADVICES
It is not uncommon to experience a condition known as “Burning Mouth Syndrome.” This condition is associated with chronic pain, usually ranging from moderate to intense, spontaneous, continuous, and can be diffused throughout the entire oral cavity or limited to the tongue and/or lips. It is often associated with insomnia, behavioral changes such as irritability, anxiety, and depression.
This condition requires a specialist visit to rule out other possible dental pathologies and to associate the correct therapy.
