Ecstasy related periodontitis and mucosal ulceration -- a case report.
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) more commonly known as 'Ecstasy' is a widely used recreational drug. The oral and systemic effects associated with its use have been well documented. This paper highlights a previously unreported complication of MDMA use on the oral mucosa. MDMA periodontitis is illustrated with a case report and the local oral and systemic effects of MDMA use outlined.
Brazier
W J
WJ
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Maxillofacial Unit, Morriston Hospital, Swansea, SA6 6NL,Wales.
Dhariwal
D K
DK
Patton
D W
DW
Bishop
K
K
D000293:Adolescent; D005892:Gingivitis, Necrotizing Ulcerative / Q000139:chemically induced*; D006213:Hallucinogens / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D018817:N-Methyl-3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010518:Periodontitis / Q000139:chemically induced*
D006213:Hallucinogens; D018817:N-Methyl-3,4-methylenedioxyamphetamine