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*Smoking, GERD, Abx, poor hygiene predispose
*Smoking, GERD, Abx, poor hygiene predispose


==Clinical Features==
==Clinical Features==

Revision as of 01:49, 3 April 2014

Background

  • Benign reactive process
  • Hyperplasia and increased pigmentation of filiform papille
  • Smoking, GERD, Abx, poor hygiene predispose

Clinical Features

Differential Diagnosis

Workup

Management

  • Treat with improved oral hygiene, gentle brushing, and a reducing pigment intake

Disposition

See Also

Sources