Contact stomatitis

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. Consequently, patients may seek resolve from their dentist rather than a dermatologist.^[2] Unlike with allergic contact stomatitis, the skin requires no previous exposure to a stimulant before crafting an immune reaction.^[2]

Contact stomatitis
Other names	Contact lichenoid reaction, lichenoid amalgam reaction, oral mucosal cinnamon reaction[1]
Specialty	Dermatology

See also

• Contact urticaria
• List of cutaneous conditions