COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO THE TREATMENT OF DISEASES OF THE ORAL MUCOSA

Abstract

Pathology of the oral mucosa is one of the most common forms of dental disease in both children and adults, requiring timely diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment. Traditional methods aimed solely at local symptom relief often prove insufficiently effective due to the multifactorial nature of these conditions - including infectious-inflammatory, allergic, immune, and reactive processes. As a result, relapses occur, the process becomes chronic, and patients’ quality of life declines. This paper examines a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating oral mucosal diseases, with an emphasis on advanced techniques developed by various authors to enhance therapeutic efficacy. Modern diagnostic methods - such as digital screening - allow for more accurate and timely detection of pathological changes. In treatment, agents with antiseptic, antiviral, and immunomodulatory properties are actively employed. The aim of the study was to improve the effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment of oral mucosal diseases in children and adults. Materials and methods were based on the aggregated data of three authors concerning oral mucosal pathology. The results demonstrated a high prevalence of viral stomatitis, followed by allergic forms, while candidal and aphthous stomatitis were encountered much less frequently.