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Migratory stomatitis (or geographic stomatitis) is an atypical presentation of a condition which normally presents on the tongue, termed geographic tongue. Geographic tongue is so named because there are atrophic , erythematous areas of depapillation that migrate over time, giving a map-like appearance.
In addition, some cases of stomatitis may be caused by vitamin deficiencies (such as vitamin B), says Maria Cespedes, DDS, of Edition Dental in Toronto. In some cases, angular cheilitis can a sign ...
The complications that arise from mouth infections depend on how long the infection has persisted and where the infection has spread. The three main, albeit rare, complications of mouth infections are osteomyelitis, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and deep neck space infections.
Aphthous stomatitis, [2] or recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS), commonly referred to as a canker sore or salt blister, is a common condition characterized by the repeated formation of benign and non-contagious mouth ulcers (aphthae) in otherwise healthy individuals.
Herpetic gingivostomatitis is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The HSV is a double-stranded DNA virus categorised into two types; HSV-1 and HSV-2.HSV-1 is predominantly responsible for oral, facial and ocular infections whereas HSV-2 is responsible for most genital and cutaneous lower herpetic lesions.
Contact stomatitis is inflammation or pain of the oral mucosa caused by external stimuli. [2] It is characterized by cutaneous lesions that may be located where the offending agent contacts the mucosa for a prolonged time. [1] Oftentimes it presents in the mouth after contact with hot food or from ill-fitted dentures or other irritant.
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Noma (also known as gangrenous stomatitis or cancrum oris) is a rapidly-progressive and often-fatal gangrenous infection of the mouth and face. Noma usually begins as an ulcer on gums and rapidly spreads into the jawbone, cheek, and soft tissues of the face.