Recurrent aphthous stomatitis.
Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS) is one of the most common oral mucosal disorders. Nevertheless, while the clinical characteristics of RAS are well-defined, the precise etiology and pathogenesis of RAS remain unclear. The present article provides a detailed review of the current knowledge of the etiology, pathogenesis, and management of RAS.
Porter
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Department of Oral Medicine, Eastman Dental Institute for Oral Health Care Sciences, University of London, United Kingdom.
Scully
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Pedersen
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D006801:Humans; D012008:Recurrence; D012307:Risk Factors; D013281:Stomatitis, Aphthous / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000209:etiology* / Q000235:genetics / Q000276:immunology / Q000382:microbiology / Q000503:physiopathology