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Oral lichen planus

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Mollyjr
Mollyjr

just been diagnosed with OLP. Started right after I had extensive cosmetic dental work done and only around tooth/gum area. Currently mouth washing with dexamethasone, a steroid. Seems to help until I eat chili or Ranch dressing. Then I have to use again. Any other experiences?

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  • debra51084
    debra51084 Mollyjr

    Posted

    I don’t eat anything that has acid  or spicy or citrus haven’t had pizza or fruit like oranges in a year 
    • Mollyjr
      Mollyjr debra51084

      Posted

      Thanks. I do try to stay away from those same things you do. The other day I did have a salad with a little Ranch dressing and rinsed my mouth with water right after and had no problem. I did have a little problem another day after eating spaghetti so I used the dexamethasone once or twice and  was fine. Hope this works for future outbreaks. Can’t do without pizza though. 
  • dan62204
    dan62204 Mollyjr

    Posted

    Hello Mollyjr.

    Sorry to hear your dealing with OLP. It is no fun.  I use Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12% oral rinse. The blue stuff your dentist gives you to rinse your mouth with and spit it out.  My doctor recommended it and you need a script but after a few weeks of using it my OLP cleared up and now only flares once in awhile. I had it all over my tongue and cheeks so bad i could not brush my molars or sides very well. I am so glad she wanted me to try it.  It is cheap as well. . Twice a day and leave it in you mouth for say 1 minute swishing and pulling it through your teeth and spit . Then eat or drink nothing for an hour or less.  Took me about 2-3 weeks to see the full benefit.  Hope this helps some..?

    • maria17676
      maria17676 dan62204

      Posted

      Hello Dan.... I  can’t buy that mouthwash in uk ,only 0.2% is available,is not strong,but I using that one at the moment ....I need to search little bit more for stronger one....
    • Mollyjr
      Mollyjr dan62204

      Posted

      This chlorhexidine gluconate doesn’t stain your teeth does it?  It’s nice to know of other options. The dexamethasone seems to help as well. Thank you. 
    • dan62204
      dan62204 Mollyjr

      Posted

      Over long term it can stain them but once i had it under control i only use it for flares or when needed. I just brushed more and use a teeth whitening formula.  It worked for me and quelled it to this very day. Might not be best for all but it has a nice minty taste and no steroids.
    • dan62204
      dan62204 maria17676

      Posted

      Not sure about the 0.2% but I am not a Doctor either. I would ask though , i mean what could it hurt. ?

      Hope you get it under control.  Hope for a cure in the mean time. 

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