Can oral lichen planus be cured?

Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin-mucosa. There is no specific cure for oral lichen planus, and generally asymptomatic people do not need treatment and can be observed regularly. For those who have severe disease, ulcers or erosions, local and systemic treatment can be used.

The cause of oral lichen planus is unknown, but it is mainly related to autoimmune disorders, endocrine disorders, mental factors and systemic diseases. Because the cause of lichen planus is unknown, it is difficult to cure and eradicate, but with systematic treatment and regular checkups, the condition can be controlled.

At present, although there is no cure for lichen planus, but as long as patients eliminate mental tension, maintain a good and relaxed state of mind, avoid anger, live a regular life, strengthen exercise, limit tobacco, alcohol and stimulating foods, such as: chili, raw onion, raw garlic, etc., eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, pay attention to oral hygiene, regular review, local irritants should first remove the stimulating factors such as: bad restorations, tartar, soft tartar, etc. If you have local irritants, you should first remove the irritants such as bad restorations, tartar, soft scale, etc., treat chronic lesions, etc., so that the disease can be in a stable state, which has no effect on life and work, and some patients can recover after treatment.